Melanie Lawson Bio, Wiki, Height, Family, Husband, News4JAX, Salary, and Net Worth

Melanie Lawson is an American journalist working for News4JAX as a morning. Previously, she anchored and reported at WBOC.

Melanie Lawson Biography

Melanie Lawson is an American journalist working for News4JAX as an anchor for “The Morning Show.” She joined the station in September 2005 and has served the station for more than 15 years. Previously, she worked for WBOC as an anchor and reporter for 6 years.

Melanie Lawson Education

Lawson joined Hampton University in Virginia in 1994 when she finished her high school education at Lyman High School. In 1998, she graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Communications and Media Studies.

Melanie Lawson Career

Lawson works for News4JAX as an anchor for “The Morning Show.” She started her journalism career in Salisbury when she joined WBOC. While there, she broadcasted Dover Air Force Base, Delaware legislature, and in-depth health stories. She then became the station’s noon and 7 p.m. news anchor and the health reporter.

For her work writing, producing, and hosting a 30-minute health special, she won an Associated Press award. The special concentrated on three fatal health conditions that afflicted the community. Aside from that, she was involved in her community by hosting multiple public service events, partaking in community theater, and mentoring children in her neighborhood.

Lawson works as a member of the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization. She loves to contribute to her community and share the knowledge she obtained during her time in the broadcast industry. Moreover, she has taught journalism and broadcast writing courses. In addition, she believes in the importance of giving students a better understanding of their chosen careers.

Melanie Lawson Age

Lawson has not yet disclosed the year and month she was born. However, she might be in her 40s. She celebrates her birthday every October 27th as evidenced by her Instagram post on October 27, 2023, captioned “It was a two sash kind of day! #presidentbarbie #birthdaygirl.”

Photo of Melanie Lawson
Photo of Melanie Lawson

Melanie Lawson Height

Lawson stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 6 inches.

Melanie Lawson Family

Lawson grew up in Longwood 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 if Lawson has any siblings.

Melanie Lawson Husband

Lawson married Tarik Minor on October 4, 2009. On October 4, 2023, she wished her husband a happy 14th anniversary on her Instagram account. They met while broadcasting a lawsuit in St.Augustine in 2006. The couple has a son named Noah and a daughter. Noah was born on June 2, 2012, and is 11 years old as of 2023. On June 2, 2021, she wished him a happy 9th birthday on her Instagram account.

Their daughter was born on August 3, 2014, and is 9 years old as of 2023. On August 3, 2021, she wished her a happy 7th birthday on her Instagram account. Tarik was born on February 26, 1974, and is 50 years old. On February 26, 2024, she posted a picture of them on her Instagram account and captioned “Happy birthday baby – I am so proud and honored to call you mine. #50thbirthday #hesfine…”

Tarik is also a journalist who currently serves News4JAX as a weekday reporter and co-anchor of the 4 p.m. newscast alongside Rebecca Barry and the 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. newscasts alongside Joy Purdy.

Melanie Lawson Net Worth

Lawson has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 Million – $5 Million which she has earned through being a journalist.

Melanie Lawson Salary

Lawson earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $ 110,500.

Melanie Lawson News4JAX

Lawson is working at News4JAX where she works alongside other famous anchors and reporters including;

  1. Erik Avanier
  2. Aaron Farrar
  3. Ashley Harding
  4. Anne Maxwell
  5. Tiffany Salameh
  6. Ariel Schiller
  7. Mark Collins
  8. Katie Garner
  9. Michelle McCormick
  10. Jamal St. Cyr
  11. Alessandra Pontbriand