Felicia Lawrence Biography
Felicia Lawrence is an American journalist working for WTHR as co-anchor of the 5 p.m. news hour at Channel 13 and has contributed to the 11 p.m. newscast since joining the station in February 2022. Previously, she worked for CW26 Chicago/WCIU as host of “The Jam,” Chicago’s premier morning talk program.
Felicia Lawrence Education
Lawrence joined North Carolina A&T State University when she finished her education at Morgan Park High School. She later graduated with a Bachelor Of Science degree in Journalism and Mass Communications.
Felicia Lawrence Career
Lawrence works for WTHR as co-anchor of the 5 p.m. news hour at Channel 13 and contributes to the 11 p.m. newscast. She has worked as an anchor, reporter, host, and radio commentator on ABC, NBC, CW, FOX affiliates, and nationally on FOX News Channel.
Previously, Lawrence worked for CW26 Chicago/WCIU as host of “The Jam,” Chicago’s premier morning talk program. There, she broadcasted politics, culture, news, and hot topics. She also conversed with Hollywood celebs like Denzel Washington, Gabrielle Union, and Giuliana Rancic.
Lawrence began her TV career in Joplin, Missouri where she served the ABC and NBC affiliates as an anchor and reporter. She was the first on the ground during multiple raging tornadoes delivering real-time, life-saving information to those in need.
After Joplin, Lawrence moved to Charlotte, North Carolina where she worked for the FOX affiliate. In Charlotte, she covered the charged 2016 protests after the police killing of Keith Scott gained national attention. In her role as a breaking news reporter, she delivered national reports for FOX News Channel and other FOX affiliates across the nation.
Lawrence co-hosted a four-and-a-half-hour morning program where she interviewed multiple celebrities and sat down with names like Tyler Perry, Morris Chestnut, Kid N Play, Anthony Hamilton, and CeeLo Green. She serves as a member of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, the National Association of Black Journalists, and the National Association of Realtors.
Aside from TV, Lawrence works as a real estate investor and licensed real estate broker. She is passionate about coaching others and sharing her business wit with aspiring entrepreneurs through her Instagram Community, @CashTalkingWomen. Moreover, she believes that women of color should participate in ownership and wants to ensure more women are talking about money and business.
Lawrence is strongly linked to the community and philanthropy. For instance, she works as a host of multiple events and often books speaking arrangements to endorse women, youth, and those who want to be a better version of themselves.
Felicia Lawrence Age
Lawrence 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 30s.
Felicia Lawrence Height
Lawrence stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 6 inches.
Felicia Lawrence Family
Lawrence 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 if Lawrence has any siblings.
Felicia Lawrence Husband
Lawrence married Teddy Gilmore on June 24, 2017. On June 25, 2024, she posted a wedding video of them on her Instagram account and wished him a Happy Anniversary. The couple has a son named Arthur Gilmore Jr. and a dog named K’Ongo.
Arthur was born on March 30, 2024, weighing 9 pounds and measuring 21 inches. The family resides resides in Indianapolis. Teddy celebrates his birthday every February 26th as evidenced by her Instagram post on February 26, 2022, where she wished him a happy birthday. He has worked as a managing partner at Eat &Drink Too LLC in Chicago since November 2021.
Teddy has a Bachelor Of Science degree in Business and Managerial Economics from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University. She loves dancing, sci-fi movies, learning new languages, international traveling, and eating at new restaurants. She is a huge supporter of HBCUs.
Felicia Lawrence Net Worth
Lawrence has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 Million – $5 Million which she has earned through being a journalist.
Felicia Lawrence Salary
Lawrence earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $ 110,500.
Felicia Lawrence WTHR
Lawrence is working at WTHR where she works alongside other famous anchors and reporters including;
- Matt Standridge
- Matthew Fultz
- Rich Nye
- Scott Swan
- Emily Longnecker
- Jalea Brooks
- Jennie Runevitch
- Karen Campbell
- Lauren Kostiuk
- Samantha Johnson
- Sean Ash