Eric Kahnert Biography
Eric Kahnert is an American Emmy-winning Anchor working for CBS 8 News serving as weekday morning and noon anchor from 4:30 a.m.-7 a.m. and 11 a.m.-12 pm. Previously, he worked for KMGH-TV as the main evening anchor.
Eric Kahnert Education
After graduating from high school, Eric went on to join the University of Southern California where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism in 2002. He was also a captain of the Division II hockey team and a member of Pi Kappa Alpha, and USC’s Skull & Dagger Honor Society. In addition to this, he also worked for USC’s prestigious Annenberg TV News where he served as a reporter and anchor.
Eric Kahnert Career
Kahnert serves as a weekday morning anchor from 4:30 a.m.-7 a.m. and a noon anchor from 11 a.m.-12:00 p.m. on CBS 8 News. There, he brings inspiring stories to the viewers mainly focusing on youth sports and medical advancements. Most recently, Eric opened up a franchise called Trading Places which addressed difficult job opportunities that are mostly not recognized. Such jobs include rollercoaster ride operator, preschool teacher, animal shelter care attendant, and butcher.
For his work in the Trading Places segment, Kahnert was nominated by the San Diego Press Club and honored with the 1st Place News Feature Series Award. In addition, he has also received multiple awards including 10 Emmy Awards, 19 Emmy nominations for Best Live Reporter and Anchor, and a Golden Mike Award. Prior to joining CBS News, Eric worked for KMGH-TV as the main evening anchor from 2014 to 2016. During his tenure there, he reported high-profile news such as the deadly storms and wildfires, the Aurora theater shooting trial, and sports events.
Earlier, Kahnert spent two years working as a primary anchor at KSTP in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Before that, he worked for KUSA-TV in Denver as a weekend anchor. His feature coverage was showcased on CNN and Dateline NBC from 2009 to 2012. Previously, Eric worked for KOB-TV 4 as an investigator reporter and anchor. He worked there for five years from 2004 to 2009. He started his professional career as an anchor and reporter at KTTC-TV in Rochester, Minnesota.
Aside from working as a journalist, Kahnert is also a volunteer at the Special Olympics Organisation. He is also the first journalist to train and mentor developmentally disabled adults who want to become journalists. Previously, Eric worked as an emcee and organizer at MDA San Diego where he helped in fundraising and creating awareness among communities. For his outstanding work, he has been recognized by a non-profit organization and honored with various awards including Emmy Awards.
Eric Kahnert Age
Kahnert likes to keep his personal life private and hence has not yet disclosed the year and month he was born. It is therefore not known when he celebrates his birthday. However, he might be in his 40s.
Eric Kahnert Height
Kahnert stands at an approximate height of 5 feet 8 inches tall.
Eric Kahnert Family
Kahnert was born and raised in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United State to his beloved parents. However, he has managed to keep his personal life away from the limelight. Hence he has not disclosed any information about his parents or siblings.
Eric Kahnert Wife
Kahnert has been married to Allison Kahnert since they wedded in 2006. The pair is blessed with three adorable children namely, Cole, Kaden, and Brielle Kahnert. Brielle is nine years old as of 2024 and she was born in May 2015. His wife Allison celebrates her birthday on February 25 every year. In his free time, Eric likes playing hockey teams, baseball, golf, hiking, and walking on the beach.
Eric Kahnert Net Worth
Kahnert has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 Million – $5 Million which he has earned through being an anchor.
Eric Kahnert Salary
Kahnert earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $ 110,500.
Eric Kahnert CBS 8 News
Kahnert works at CBS 8 where he works alongside other famous CBS 8 anchors, reporters, meteorologists, and sports anchors including;
- Neda Iranpour
- Jasmine Ramirez
- Kelly Hessedal
- Regina Yurrita