Mike Holfed Biography
Mike Holfed is a well-reputed Emmy Award-winning Investigative Reporter working for WKMG-TV. He joined the station in April 1999. His work has earned him a long list of honors. He has thus earned eight Emmy nominations winning two along with the 2008 Murrow Award. He has been recognized for excellence in journalism by the Associated Press, The Society of Professional Journalism. Also, he has earned The Sunshine State Award for Journalism excellence.
Mike Holfed Education
He received his education at The University of Delaware where he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication/Media Studies with a Grade of A. During his stint there, he was on the campus radio station, and TV station, worked at radio stations in Wilmington and Philadelphia, and handled play-by-play football for the University of Delaware’s Blue Hens including the Boardwalk Bowl.
Mike Holfed Career
He is an investigative reporter working for WKMG-TV. He joined the station in April 2019. His investigative reporting has made Central Florida history with major investigations that have led to new policies, legislative proposals, and even state and national laws. His investigations have been featured coast to coast. Moreover, Mike has appeared on Dr. Phill, Inside Edition, MSNBC’s Donny Deutch Show, CNN, and CBS, and is a regular contributor for Seminole Magazine and Real Radio 104.1. He is most proud of his investigation into the mob-controlled moving industry.
In one of his reports, he exposed a connection from New York to Miami involving an Israeli crime syndicate. His reports were presented to state lawmakers and not only led to new Florida legislation but recognition by the U.S. transportation committee on Capitol Hill. Also, his work prompted a two-part series on CBS “Eye on America”. Mike has teamed up with Congressman John Mica, former Congressman Ric Keller, former state representative Randy Johnson, state Representative Sandy Adams, and Orange County Commissioner Linda Stewart to examine issues and develop laws that help families in Florida and across the country. His investigations have led to new proposals in the auto insurance industry and video retail sales industry as well. During the economic downturn post9-11, his stories convinced then-Governor Jeb Bush to allow tax extensions for hotel-motel owners.
Mike’s report on parents losing a pregnancy to miscarriage led to the passage of the Grieving Parents Law. Now, Florida parents have the right to hold a memorial service no matter when the miscarriage occurs. Prior to working at WKMG, he worked at WXYV-TV as an anchor/reporter from October 1983 to April 1999. There, he was one of the finest news organizations of the day and worked as a weekend and weekday anchor as well as special reports breaking news and politics. He also covered President G.H. Bush’s final campaign and had an exclusive interview with Michael Jackson as he launched a push for a black-owned casino in Detroit. Also, he covered Pope John Paul’s visit to Detroit.
Mike Holfed Age
He likes to keep his personal life private and hence has not yet disclosed the year and month he was born. It is therefore not known when he celebrates his birthday. However, he might be in his 50s.
Mike Holfed Height
He stands at an approximate height of 5 feet 7 inches (1.7m) tall.
Mike Holfed Family
Holfed 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 Mik has any siblings.
Mike Holfed Wife
Mike is very private about his personal life it is not known if he is in any relationship. There are also no rumors of him being in any past relationship with anyone. It is not known if he has any kids.
Mike Holfed Net Worth
Holfed has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 million – $5 million which he has earned through being an investigative reporter.
Mike Holfed Salary
Holfed earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $110,500.
Mike Holfed WKMG
Mike works at WKMG where he works alongside other famous WKMG anchors, meteorologists, reporters, and sports anchors including;
- Matt Austin
- Lisa Bell
- Julie Broughton
- Bridgett Ellison
- Ginger Gadsden
- Kirstin O’Connor
- Erik von Ancken
- Justin Warmoth
- Steven Montiero
- Merris Badcock
- Louis Bolden
- Mike DeForest
- Erik Sandoval
- Jerry Askin
- Troy Campbell
- Carolina Cardona
- Ezzy Castro
- Lauren Cervantes
- Brian Didlake
- Mark Lehman
- Crystal Moyer
- Molly Reed
- Treasure Roberts
- James Sparvero
- Tom Sorrells
- Troy Bridges
- Candace Campos
- Samara Cokinos
- Jonathan Kegges
- Jamie Seh
- Ryan Welch
- Nathaniel Rivas