James Aydelott Biography
James Aydelott is an American journalist working for KOKI FOX 23 as the chief meteorologist since joining the station in February 2009. Previously, he worked for KXAS in Dallas-Fort Worth as a meteorologist for nearly 4 years.
James Aydelott Education
Aydelott joined the University of Oklahoma in 1986 after finishing his studies at Tulsa‘s East Central High School. In 1990, he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Meteorology. In 2018, he rejoined the school to further his studies, receiving his Master of Science degree in Emergency Management in 2020. He obtained his Doctor of Philosophy, PhD, in Emergency Management from the school in 2024.
James Aydelott Career
Aydelott works for KOKI FOX 23 as the chief meteorologist. He has always had a fascination for severe weather that seems to hit Tulsa with fearsome regularity. Besides broadcasting, he works as an instrument-rated pilot and loves to fly his Cessna Cardinal.
Aydelott enjoys cooking and has even been a celebrity chef in Tulsa’s own Chef Fest. His father used to pile the family in the station wagon to tour the damage after each round of severe weather. Witnessing the destruction first hand left an impression on him.
During his career, Aydelott has had stops in Sherman, Savannah, Wichita, Dallas, and Tulsa. Further, he has witnessed and forecasted everything, including hurricanes, blizzards, and tornadoes. Moreover, he has years of chasing tornadoes under his belt. Also, he is a severe weather and Doppler radar expert.
James Aydelott Age
Aydelott was born on August 28th, but has not yet disclosed the year he was born. However, he might be in his 50s. Aydelott celebrates his birthday on August 28th, as evidenced by his X bio “Born August 28.”
James Aydelott Height
Aydelott stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 6 inches.
James Aydelott Family
Aydelott grew up in Tulsa but 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 known if Aydelott has any siblings.
James Aydelott Wife
Aydelott married Robyn but has managed to keep more information regarding her away from the public. The couple has two children and a golden retriever, Mia, who enjoys flying.
James Aydelott Net Worth
Aydelott has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 million – $5 million, which he has earned through being a meteorologist.
James Aydelott Salary
Aydelott earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $ 110,500.
James Aydelott KOKI FOX 23
Aydelott is working at KOKI FOX 23 where he works alongside other famous anchors and reporters, including;
- Nathan Thompson
- Michelle Linn
- Rick Maranon
- Sunny Leigh
- Laura Mock
- Alexa Mostrom
- Spenser Tilus
- Kailey Carnine