Deb Farris Biography
Deb Farris is an American journalist working for KAKE as an anchor at 5, 6, and 10 p.m. She joined the station in 1992 and has worked here for over 3 decades.
Deb Farris Education
Farris joined Fort Hays State University after finishing her studies at Pratt High School. She later graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Communications with an emphasis in Television Broadcasting.
Deb Farris Career
Farris works for KAKE as an anchor at 5, 6, and 10 p.m. She launched her reporting career at KSNT in Topeka before arriving at KAKE in 1992. During her career, she has broadcast everything, including the Greensburg tornado and the BTK trial. In 1990, she went to Saudi Arabia to broadcast the first Gulf Crisis.
Farris received an Emmy for her work on KAKE News at 4, as well as two regional Edward R. Murrow awards. She has also earned many Kansas Broadcasting Association Awards for her investigating reports. She serves as an advocate for the American Heart Association and frequently promotes the Kansas Heart Ball and heart disease awareness.
Deb Farris Age
Farris likes to keep her personal life private and hence has not yet disclosed the year and month she was born. It is, therefore, not known when she celebrates her birthday. However, she might be in her 40s.
Deb Farris Height
Farris stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 6 inches.
Deb Farris Family
Farris grew up on a farm in Iowa before relocating to Pratt, Kansas, 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 Farris has any siblings.
Deb Farris Husband
Farris is very private about her personal life; therefore, it is not known if she is in any relationship. Farris was engaged to Roger Robben, a local coach. He passed away at the age of 46 because of a heart attack. On February 2, 2025, she captioned her Facebook post “What a beautiful night raising money for the American Heart Association – Kansas! ❤️ They honored my fiancé Roger Robben who died of a heart attack almost ten years ago at just 46. Know the symptoms. Support the cause.”
Farris has two children, Josie and Jake. Josie was born on February 24, 2002, and is 24 years old as of 2026. On February 24, 2026, she posted a video on her Instagram account and captioned “My sweet angel is 24 today! God blessed me with the most loving, caring, silly, beautiful, fashionista girl! I love you Josie!”
Jake was born on September 23, 2004, and is 21 years old as of 2025. On September 23, 2025, she posted Jake on her Instagram account and captioned “From day one, I knew you were ‘different’! Your love of God, your family and spirit of competition makes you who you are! I’m so proud of your passion and dedication! Happy 21st sweet…” During her off time, she loves tp spend time with her two children, read, work out, watch sports and shop.
Deb Farris Net Worth
Farris has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 million – $5 million, which she has earned through being a journalist.
Deb Farris Salary
Farris earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $ 110,500.
Deb Farris KAKE
Farris is working at KAKE where she works alongside other famous anchors and reporters, including;
- Frank Waugh
- Cameron Venable
- Colton Williams
- Micaela Dea
- Kate Devine
- Chris Earl
- Johan Marin
- Pilar Pedraza
- Jack Cooper
- Jay Prater