Christina Watkins Biography
Christina Watkins is an American journalist working for WESH as a weekend anchor on WESH 2 News Sunrise since joining the station in March 2022. Previously, she served WESH’s sister station in New Orleans, WDSU, for 4 years as a weekday anchor for WDSU News at Noon and 4 p.m.
Christina Watkins Education
Watkins joined Florida International University in Miami in 2008 when she finished her high school education. In 2012, she graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communications.
Christina Watkins Career
Watkins works for WESH as a weekend anchor on WESH 2 News Sunrise. Joining the station means a lot to her since her late sister was a “Kid Anchor” on the station in the late 90s. This inspired Watkins very much. When she was 7, her late sister went behind the camera and recorded her as she pretended to be a reporter for WESH. She is humbled that her dream is now a reality.
Watkins previously served WESH’s sister station in New Orleans, WDSU, for 4 years. There, she was a weekday anchor for WDSU News at Noon and 4 p.m. In New Orleans, Watkins broadcaster everything including severe weather, breaking news, festivals, and Mardi Gras. She also fell in love with all things New Orleans, including the Saints and Pelicans, and considers the region as her second home.
Watkins worked in Charlotte before her time in New Orleans. There, she was an anchor and reporter for Spectrum News for three years. Additionally, she traveled to be on the scene of big stories like the Pulse Nightclub Shooting in Orlando and Super Bowl 50 in California. Her broadcasting career started in Missouri where she anchored and reported for KQ2 News in St. Joseph.
Away from the newsroom, Watkins loves giving back to the community, mentoring, and hosting community occasions. She is also passionate about mental awareness awareness and is on the board of the National Alliance on Mental Illness Greater Orlando (NAMIGO). She is always on the lookout for methods to remove the stigma and remind people it’s OK not to be OK. Further, she is a member of the National Association of Black Journalists and the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Christina Watkins Age
Watkins has not yet disclosed the year she was born. However, she might be in her 30s. Watkins celebrates her birthday every August 30th as evidenced by her Twitter Bio “Born August 30”.
Christina Watkins Height
Watkins stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 6 inches.
Christina Watkins Family
Watkins grew up in Oviedo but has not disclosed any information about her parents. She seems to have a close relationship with her parents as she posts them on her Instagram account wishing them a happy Mother’s and Father’s Day. Her elder sister, Tiffany, passed away on December 23, 2019, at the age of 31 as evidenced by her Instagram post on December 23, 2023, where she shared how she and her family coped and are still coping with the impacts of her death.
Christina Watkins Husband
Watkins got married to Gee Smith on April 6, 2024. On May 7, 2024, she shared a wedding photo of them on her Instagram account and captioned it “April • 6 • 2024: Thee best, most perfect day 💕…Destin2BTheSmiths #MsToMrs #2024Bride.” The couple has dogs named Nippy and Tilly. An ardent sports fan, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two dogs in her spare time.
Christina Watkins Net Worth
Watkins has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 Million – $5 Million which she has earned through being a journalist.
Christina Watkins Salary
Watkins earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $ 110,500.