Eli Gehn Biography
Eli Gehn is an American journalist working for WLEX/LEX 18 as a reporter and anchor since joining the station in August 2018. Previously, he worked as a sports anchor at WNDU in South Bend for 4 years.
Eli Gehn Education
Gehn joined Iowa State University in 2008 where he studied journalism. In 2010, he transferred to Northern Illinois University where he graduated with a Bachelor Of Science degree in Broadcast Journalism in December 2013.
While in college, Gehn was an intern and production assistant at WQAD. At WQAD, he shot and edited videos and wrote scripts. Further, he worked as a production assistant at NIU Media Services and as a studio ingest operator at 120 Sports. Additionally, he was the sports director at the university’s Northern Television Center.
Eli Gehn Career
Gehn worse for WLEX/LEX 18 as a reporter and anchor. He is excited to be a member of the station’s sports team and covering Big Blue. Following his graduation from college, WNDU employed him as a morning photographer and editor in South Beth, Indiana. He changed to sports, being promoted to weekend sports anchor for 3 years.
Gehn broadcasted for numerous Notre Dame football games in South Bend and delivered sideline reports at Notre Dame Stadium for WNDU’s Countdown to Kickoff. Additionally, he covered numerous NCAA Tournaments with the Irish men’s and women’s basketball teams such as the 2018 memorable National Championship run for the women and Elite 8 appearances for the men. Further, he covered Notre Dame hockey in the Frozen Four in 2017.
Eli Gehn Age
Gehn was born on October 7, 1990, in the U.S.A. He is 35 years old as of 2024. Gehn celebrates his birthday every October 7th as evidenced by his Instagram post on October 7, 2022, where he posted himself and his partner and captioned it “33 Thanks everyone for the Bday wishes last weekend!”
Eli Gehn Height
Gehn stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
Eli Gehn Family
Gehn 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 if Gehn has any siblings.
Eli Gehn Wife
Gehn is dating Grason Passmore. On April 26, 2024, he wished her a happy birthday via his Instagram account, captioning “Another trip around the sun ☀️ I love you so much Grason, we all do!! Happy Birthday ❤️❤️.” During his free time, he spends time with his longtime friends, plays golf when possible, and goes to the gym.
Eli Gehn Net Worth
Gehn has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 Million – $5 Million which he has earned through being a journalist.
Eli Gehn Salary
Gehn earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $ 110,500.
Eli Gehn WLEX/LEX18
Gehn is working at WLEX/LEX18 where he works alongside other famous anchors and reporters including;
- Michael Berk
- Drew Amman
- Kayleigh Randle
- Rachel Richardson
- Evelyn Schultz
- Leigh Searcy
- Keith Farmer
- Bayne Froney
- Emily McKinney