Raphael James Biography
Raphael James is an American journalist working for WCSC as the 5:30, 7, and 11 p.m. news anchor. He joined the station in November 2002 and has served the station for over 2 decades. Previously, he worked for WJBF as a news anchor and reporter for 5 years.
Raphael James Education
James joined Paine College in Augusta, Georgia, after finishing his high school education. He later graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Communications.
Raphael James Career
James works for WCSC as the 5:30, 7, and 11 p.m. news anchor. He loves the Lowcountry for its people, the history, and close proximity to the ocean. Previously, he worked for WJBF as a news anchor and reporter for 5 years. He was a radio news director for WPRW 107.7 and a mobile news reporter for WBBQ 104.3 FM. He believes that his role as a journalist is to help, inform, and be true to both his viewers and himself.
Besides his TV work, James and his wife launched the onaisle9.com website to motivate other families with special needs children and as a resource for others looking to learn more about special needs. He is also involved with the National Association of Black Journalists and the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. He is a mentor for the Boys and Girls Club of America. Moreover, he has authored “I Don’t Want To Talk About It: A Journalist’s Essays on Autism, Dementia, Religion, and God.”
Raphael James Age
James was born on June 25th, but has not yet disclosed the year he was born. However, he might be in his 50s. James celebrates his birthday on June 25th, as evidenced by WCSC’s Instagram post on June 25, 2025, captioned “Happy Birthday to Live 5’s Raphael…”
Raphael James Height
James stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
Raphael James Family
James grew up in Augusta, Georgia, 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 James has any siblings.
Raphael James Wife
James married Sarena Chipman in July 1995. On July 8, 2024, he posted a picture of them on his Facebook account and captioned it “Today our marriage is 29 years old! Sarena…I am a better man because of you. Happy anniversary baby! #WeStillDo #29.”
The couple has 2 daughters named Jaydn and Nia, and a son named Grant. On November 22, 2024, he posted a picture of himself and Nia on his Facebook account and captioned it “Today is a very special day! My baby girl’s birthday!! Love you, Nia!!” He enjoys public speaking, reading, relaxing with family, golf, writing, and basketball. The Mis-Education of the Negro by Carter G. Woodson is his favorite book.
Raphael James Net Worth
James has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 million – $5 million, which he has earned through being a journalist.
Raphael James Salary
James earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $ 110,500.
Raphael James WCSC
James is working at WCSC where he works alongside other famous anchors and reporters, including;
- Joey Sovine
- Bill Walsh
- Chris Holtzman
- Lexie Horvath
- Abbey Walton
- Kevin Bilodeau
- Emilie Zuhowski
- Reese Thompson