Brenda Ladun Biography
Brenda Ladun is an American journalist working for WBMA as an anchor of ABC 33/40 News at 6 and 10 p.m. She joined the station in July 1996 and has served the station for over 2 decades. Previously, she worked for WBRC 6 from 1987 to 1996.
Brenda Ladun Education
Ladun joined the University of South Florida in Tampa after finishing her high school education. She later graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications.
Brenda Ladun Career
Ladun works for WBMA as an anchor of ABC 33/40 News at 6 and 10 p.m. After graduating from college, she worked for multiple stations before coming to Birmingham. She has served Birmingham television for three decades and has won 5 Alabama Associated Press Awards for Best Investigative Reporter and Best Specialized Reporter.
Ladun recently won the Associated Press Best Anchor Award and an Edward R. Murrow Award for a Cancer special. Additionally, she received the Susan G. Komen for the Cure award and the American Cancer Society’s Life Inspiration Award and award for Best TV Coverage.
Ladun has also won multiple community awards for her work with the underprivileged. Besides broadcasting, she is an author and a speaker who works with the Grace House Christian Home for Girls, the American Cancer Society, and other community organizations.
In February 2001, Ladun was diagnosed with breast cancer. As a result, she underwent a double mastectomy and chemotherapy. During her recovery, she began running and has competed in several marathons. After a period of supposed remission, the cancer returned in 2007.
After successfully finishing chemotherapy, she prioritized ensuring that the public had access to cancer information. She credits her faith as the basis of her strength to fight the disease. She works as the regional spokeswoman for the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation and has written two books about her recovery.
Brenda Ladun Age
Ladun was born on January 31, 1962, in the United States of America. She is 63 years old as of 2025. Ladun celebrates her birthday on January 31st.
Brenda Ladun Height
Ladun stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
Brenda Ladun Family
Ladun grew up in Pennsylvania but has managed to keep her personal life away from the limelight; hence, she has not disclosed any information about her parents. It is also not known if Ladun has any siblings.
Brenda Ladun Husband
Ladun got remarried to Bill in December 2024. On December 25, 2024, her colleague, Muriel Bailey, posted a photo of them on her Instagram and captioned “Got a chance to watch @brenda…tie the knot 💍 Such a beautiful bride! Congratulations!” On November 26, 2024, she shared a photo of them with her sons and captioned it “I’m thankful this week for a fun weekend with Bill and the kids!❤️.”
Ladun was previously married to Doug Bell, whom she met while working at a television station in Gainesville. After meeting in Gainesville, they relocated to Peoria, Illinois, where they stayed for five years before coming to Birmingham. Doug is a veteran sportscaster who works with WJOX-AM. In this role, he provides hourly sports reports from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Prior to their divorce, they had three sons.
Brenda Ladun Net Worth
Ladun has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 million – $5 million, which she has earned through being a journalist.
Brenda Ladun Salary
Ladun earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $ 110,500.
Brenda Ladun WBMA
Ladun is working at WBMA where she works alongside other famous anchors and reporters, including;
- Jeff Speegle
- Megan Scarano
- Jamie Hale
- Riley Blackwell
- Valerie Bell
- Cynthia Gould
- Johnny Congdon
- Mary Barron