Gerri Willis Biography
Gerri Willis is an American anchor and reporter working at Fox Business Network (FBN). She has been working for this station since joining in March 2010.
Gerri Willis Career
Willis serves as an anchor and personal finance reporter for Fox Business Network (FBN). She previously worked for CNN where she served as the personal finance editor and hosted the weekly half-hour program entitled “Your Bottom Line.” “Your Bottom Line” is a show aimed at ways to save Americans money and the economy’s effects on personal finance. Prior to her tenure at CNN, she worked for SmartMoney magazine where she served as a senior financial correspondent.
Willis has also managed to win several awards ever since she started her journalism career. For instance, she was awarded by the American University School of Communication and the Investment Company Institute’s Education Foundation a 2001 Excellence in Retirement Savings Reporting award.
Willis also authored her two books, “Home Rich” and “The Smart Money Guide to Real Estate Investing”. She went to Columbia Business School where she attained her bachelor’s degree. During her time in college, she was also a Knight-Bagehot Fellow. Whenever she is not working, she enjoys spending her free time with her family and friends.
Gerri Willis Age
Willis is 65 years old. She was born on 14 August 1959 in Spruce Pine, North Carolina, United States. She celebrates her birthday on 14 August every year.
Gerri Willis Height
Willis stands at a height of 6 feet 0 inches(1.83 m).
Gerri Willis Family
Willis 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 Willis has any siblings.
Gerri Willis Husband
Willis has been married to David Evans since June 11, 1994. More information about the couple is under review.
Gerri Willis Net Worth
Willis has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 Million – $5 Million which she has earned through being a journalist.
Gerri Willis Salary
Willis earns an annual salary ranging from $40,000 – $ 110,500.
Gerri Willis Cancer/ Health
In May 2016, after noticing an abnormality and consulting her physician in April 2016, Willis confirmed her breast cancer diagnosis. She later suggested that it was a blessing to deal with cancer and to reconcile her with her religion. It was revealed on January 28, 2020, that Willis will take a leave of absence as she undergoes cancer surgery. Willis has tossed her wig for the first time after combating and beating breast cancer for a new springtime haircut. To address her fight with breast cancer, she joined Kennedy’s FOX Business Network. The painful experience of losing her hair was also addressed by Willis. She also encouraged women, if they are afraid that they may have the disease, to have a mammogram.
Gerri Willis Glasses
Gerrri does wear glasses sometimes but mostly when she is reading.
Gerri Willis Haircut
Willis was wearing a wig as she was undergoing her chemotherapy, in April 2017 she tossed her wig and revealed her fresh springtime haircut.
Gerri Willis FBN
Gerri Willis works at FBN where she works alongside other famous FBN anchors, reporters, meteorologists, and sports anchors including;
- Ashley Webster
- Stuart Varny
- Grady Trimble
- Lauren Simonetti
- Charles Payne
- Kristina Partsinevelos
- Jack Otter
- Andrew Napolitano
- Dagen McDowell
- Elizabeth MacDonald
- Jeff Flock
- Jackie DeAngelis
- Gerry Baker
The table below answers some of the frequently asked questions about Willis.
Who is Willis? | She is an American anchor and personal finance, reporter |
Age | 65 years old |
Height | 6 feet 0 inches |
Spouse | David Evans |
Salary | $40,000 – $ 110,500 |
Net Worth | $1 Million – $5 Million |