Rachael Ruiz Biography
Rachael Ruiz is an American journalist working for WOOD a host and reporter on “eightWest,” which airs weekdays at 11 a.m. on TV8. She joined the station in 198 and has served the station for more than 2 decades. Previously, she worked for WJRT and WILX in the Lansing and Flint/Saginaw markets.
Rachael Ruiz Education
Ruiz joined Michigan State University when she finished her high school education. She later graduated with a Bachelor Of Arts degree in Journalism emphasizing Political Science. During college, she was involved with the Associated Students of MSU, Sigma Kappa Sorority, and the Panhellenic Council of MSU. She also worked for the CBS station in Lansing during her senior year
Rachael Ruiz Career
Ruiz works for WOOD a host and reporter on “eightWest,” which airs weekdays at 11 a.m. on TV8. In this role, she continues her passion for storytelling just that she concentrates on issues like food, fitness, health, local businesses, and travel.
At “eightWest,” Ruiz has had adventures like skydiving with the U.S. Army Golden Knights, flying a plane, skating with the Grand Raggidy Roller Girls, and hot-air ballooning. Further, she has cooked with regional chefs and displayed restaurants on the show.
Ruiz also logged many miles in Northern Michigan for stories or special destinations to visit. In 2009, she helped debut the lifestyle and entertainment show. Prior to that, she served the station as an anchor and reporter. The West Michigan native is happy to live in Grand Rapids. Her career has taken her all over the state
Before joining WOOD, Ruiz worked in TV news in the Lansing and Flint/Saginaw markets. She has been on the boards of numerous local organizations including YWCA West Central Michigan, the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum, D.A. Blodgett for Children, and Friends of Grand Rapids Parks.
Rachael Ruiz Age
Ruiz likes to keep her personal life private and hence has not yet disclosed the year and month she was born. It is therefore not known when she celebrates her birthday. However, she might be in her 40s.
Rachael Ruiz Height
Ruiz stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 6 inches.
Rachael Ruiz Family
Ruiz grew up in West Michigan 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 Ruiz has any siblings.
Rachael Ruiz Husband
Ruiz married Ryer Corp in February 2022. On February 10, 2022, she posted a wedding picture of them on her Instagram account and captioned it“…And excited about our future!!! And with that, our new forever begins… #married #ido #forever #family.” Ryer proposed to her in July 2021 as evidenced by her Instagram post on July 16, 2021, where she posted a picture of them showing off her engagement ring and captioned it “Making it officially forever… ✨”
She has two daughters, Collins and Coco. Coco was born on January 17, 2009, and is 15 years old as of 2024. On January 17, 2024, she posted Coco on her Instagram account and wished her a Happy 15th birthday. Collins was born on October 17, 2011, and is 12 years old as of 2023 as evidenced by her Instagram post on October 17, 2023, where she wished her a Happy 12th birthday.
Ruiz loves home renovations, working out, biking, running, and spending a lot of time in the water doing activities like boating and stand-up paddle boarding. An avid supporter of the arts community, her family loves to go to local theatre productions.
Rachael Ruiz Divorce/First Husband
Ruiz met her first husband, Brice Bossardet, at Meijer while she was broadcasting a story about how Grand Rapids Griffins tickets were sold at kiosks in Meijer stores. At the time, he served the ticketing company. He later sent her a thank you card and asked her out in the process.
Ruiz and Brice got married in 1999. They went on a Mediterranean cruise for their honeymoon. They visited Spain, Italy, Monaco, Turkey, and Greece during their 12-night stay on the cruise. Moreover, they visited the Blue Mosque, Pompeii, the Acropolis, and Capri.
Brice owns Urban Space of Grand Rapids, LLC, and is a licensed Broker and real estate Developer. He has worked as an associate broker for more than 25 years. He currently serves at eXp Realty as an associate broker and lives in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Moreover, he is a model and actor who has worked with Ford Models.
Rachael Ruiz Net Worth
Ruiz has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 Million – $5 Million which she has earned through being a journalist.
Rachael Ruiz Salary
Ruiz earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $ 110,500.
Rachael Ruiz WOOD
Ruiz is working at WOOD where she works alongside other famous anchors and reporters including;
- Ellen Bacca
- Brittany Flowers
- Jack Doles
- Sara Flynn
- Tom Hillen
- Matt Kirkwood
- Scott Larson
- Amber Krycka