Brian Wilkes Bio, Wiki, Age, Wife, FOX 59, Net Worth, Salary

Brian Wilkes Biography

Brian Wilkes is an American meteorologist working for FOX 59 Indianapolis as the chief meteorologist. He has been working for the station since July 1995. 

Brian Wilkes Education

Wilkes attended Columbia College where he graduated with a bachelor of science degree in science communication. Wilkes completed a two-and-a-half-year internship at WGN-9 (Chicago), under Meteorologist Tom Skilling.

Brian Wilkes Career

Wilkes is the chief meteorologist for FOX 59. His fascination with weather began early in fourth grade. While growing up on the far south side of Chicago, the blizzard of 1979 kept him out of school for two weeks! This sparked his excitement for the weather, which continues to this day. He is a member of both the American Meteorological Society and the National Weather Association. Wilkes received his Seal of Approval from the National Weather Association in August of 1996.

He started his career as the chief meteorologist at his first station WSJV-TV, currently, the Fox Affiliate in Elkhart, Indiana for their 6 and 10 p.m. shows. While at WSJV, Wilkes produced, wrote, and hosted a documentary on the Palm Sunday tornadoes that ripped through South Bend in April of 1965.

Actually, it is not all serious business all the time. He showed his playful side in 2001 when he hosted and sang with his posses orchestra during the “Singin’, Swingin’ Holiday Special”, which featured several musical artists within Central Indiana. Not only does he like to forecast the weather, but he as well enjoys teaching. He can be found visiting central Indiana schools throughout the year the time he’s not in front of the camera.

Awards

During his time in Indianapolis, Wilkes has been honored with numerous awards. He was later awarded an Emmy from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences in 1996 for his serious weather special “Blown Away,” which he hosted and co-produced. He has also hosted two other severe weather specials “Ahead of the Storm” which won an Emmy in 2001.

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Brian Wilkes Age

He was born in 1968, in Indiana, United States. He likes to keep his personal life private hence he has not yet disclosed the month and date he was born. It is therefore not known when he celebrates his birthday. Wilkes is 56 years old.

Brian Wilkes Height

Wilkes stands at an average height of 5 feet 7 inches tall.

Brian Wilkes Family

Wilkes has managed to keep his personal life away from the limelight hence he has not disclosed any information about his parents. It is also not known if Wilkes has any siblings.

Brian Wilkes Wife

Wilkes is married to Gigi since 2008. The couple resides in Indiana, United States in the gorgeous home they bought in August of 2014. They have two children, Olive and Monkey (aka Coach Monkey Bear).

Brian Wilkes Net Worth

Wilkes has an estimated net worth of between $1 Million – $5 Million which he has earned through his career as a meteorologist.

Brian Wilkes Salary

Brian earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $110,500.

Brian Wilkes FOX 59

Wilkes works at FOX 59 where he works alongside other famous FOX 59 anchors, reporters, meteorologists, and sports anchors including;

  1. Ray Cortopassi
  2. Jill Glavan
  3. Aaron Cantrell
  4. Melissa Crash
  5. Charlene Cristobal
  6. Courtney Crown
  7. Britt Baker
  8. Beairshelle Edmé
  9. Lindsey Eaton
  10. Sherman Burdette
  11. Amber Hardwick
  12. Dave Griffiths
  13. Angela Ganote
  14. Jesse Wells
  15. Colby Thelen
  16. Lindy Thackston
  17. Kayla Sullivan
  18. Mike Sullivan
  19. Fanchon Stinger

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