Gloria Ruth Finney Biography
Gloria Ruth Finney is an American journalist working for WGXA as a news anchor since she was promoted in January 2026. She joined the station in January 2023 as a multimedia journalist.
Gloria Finney Education
Ruth joined the University of West Georgia in 2008 after finishing her high school education. In 2012, she graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Convergence Journalism with a focus in Broadcast Journalism.
Gloria Ruth Finney Career
Ruth has worked for WGXA as a news anchor since she was promoted in January 2026. In this role, she focuses on severe weather, local crime, and human-interest stories. Upon joining the station, she initially worked as a multimedia journalist.
During her time at WGXA, Ruth has broadcast significant events like the burials of former President Jimmy Carter and former First Lady Rosalynn Carter. She joins the station with three years of experience providing impactful stories all over the middle Georgia area.
Originally from Macon, she returned to Middle Georgia from Nashville, where she was a music and entertainment journalist. While in Nashville, she interviewed celebrities and musical artists and broadcast multiple award shows and red-carpet events. She also worked as a multimedia journalist at WBKO in Bowling Green, Kentucky.
Ruth loves the off-screen create opportunities presented in feature storytelling. However, her passion largely takes shape when she provides live breaking news coverage from the field. She is a former NHL dancer/cheerleader for the Nashville Predators.
Gloria Ruth enjoys the behind-the-camera creative opportunities presented in feature storytelling. However, her passion largely takes form when delivering live breaking news coverage from the field. Her alma mater, the University of West Georgia, presented her with the Spotlight Award during the UWG Alumni Awards. That award acknowledges alumni and friends who are excelling in their careers, service, and other achievements.
Ruth was the MC of the NAACP Georgia State Conference Installation Program in February 2026. During her time in the middle Georgia community, she has worked closely with Gwenette Westbrooks, who was sworn in as State NAACP President during the ceremony.
Ruth regularly collaborates with Westbrooks when broadcasting stories impacting the region, especially those experiencing housing crises. While Westbrooks worked as the NAACP Macon Bibb chapter president, he presented her with a Communication Service Award during the Macon Bibb NAACP 52nd Annual Earl T in October 2024.
Gloria Ruth Finney Age
Ruth was born on July 28th, but has not yet disclosed the year she was born. However, she might be in her 30s. Ruth celebrates her birthday on July 28th. WGXA posted her on their Facebook account on July 28, 2023, and captioned, “Please join us in wishing our very own..Ruth Finney the happiest of birthdays!”
Gloria Ruth Finney Height
Ruth stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 6 inches.
Gloria Ruth Finney Family
Ruth is originally from Macon, Georgia, 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 Ruth has any siblings.
Gloria Ruth Finney Husband
Ruth is very private about her personal life; therefore, it is not known if she is in any relationship. She spends her free time in the outdoors, enjoying live music, or on a downtown patio. She also loves animals, especially cats, dogs, and horses.
Gloria Ruth Finney Net Worth
Ruth has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 million – $5 million, which she has earned through being a journalist.
Gloria Ruth Finney Salary
Ruth earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $ 110,500.
Gloria Ruth Finney WGXA
Ruth is working at WGXA, where she works alongside other famous anchors and reporters, including;
- Angela Brown
- Gary Thigpen
- Greg Loyd
- Eric Garlick