Stacey Horst Biography
Stacey Horst is an American journalist working for KCCI News 8 as an evening anchor at 6, 9, & 10 p.m. since September 2023. In addition, she anchors the Sunday morning public affairs program, KCCI 8 News Close Up. She previously anchored KCCI 8 News at 5, 6 & 10 p.m. She joined the station in 2005 and has served the station for more than 15 years.
Stacey Horst Education
Horst joined the University of Iowa when she finished her high school education. She later graduated with dual degrees in Journalism and Psychology.
Stacey Horst Career
Horst has worked for KCCI News 8 as an evening anchor at 6, 9, & 10 p.m. since September 2023. As an anchor, she advocates for Central Iowans by giving them the chance to query lawmakers and politicians. In addition, she anchors the Sunday morning public affairs program, KCCI 8 News Close Up. In this role, she broadcasts matters in Washington, D.C., the Iowa Statehouse, and Main Street. She previously anchored KCCI 8 News at 5, 6 & 10 p.m.
During Iowa’s Caucuses, she anchored extensive live broadcasts on Caucus night and explained the results and system to viewers. She has worked as a moderator of primary debates for the 3rd Congressional District and the U.S. Senate. Also, she interviewed lieutenant governors, members of the U.S. House and U.S. Senate, presidential candidates, governors, and several state lawmakers.
Horst recently partook in an unforgettable meeting at the White House. She alongside 14 others attended dinner with the President and his advisors in the State Dining Room. According to the White House, it’s the “first of its kind” meeting between a sitting President and members of local TV affiliates nationwide.
She had an exclusive interview with Stephen Colbert while he prepared to relaunch The Late Show in 2015. Also, she interviewed Katie Couric in 2006 positioned to be the first woman to solo anchor a network evening news show, the CBS Evening News.
Before her tenure at KCCI, she launched a 24-hour news channel in Raleigh, North Carolina. While in Raleigh, she also anchored the station’s weeknight news. She has worked as a reporter, editor, producer, photographer, and anchor at stations in Sioux City, Ottumwa/Kirksville, and Charlottesville, Virginia.
Stacey Horst Age
Horst 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.
Stacey Horst Height
Horst stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
Stacey Horst Family
Horst’s grandmother was born on May 7, 1930, and is 94 years old as of 2024. On May 7, 2024, she wished her a happy 94th birthday via her Instagram account. She has a sister as evidenced by her Instagram post on March 25, 2024, captioned “Hi friends! I am back at it after a few days off. 😊 my Dad, Sister and I went to Savannah, Georgia…” Even so, she has not disclosed more information about her parents.
Stacey Horst Husband
Horst is a married woman but has kept information regarding her husband away from the public. The couple has fur babies named Chunky Chicken and Velma. When she’s free, she loves to bake recipes passed down by her grandmother. She enjoys hunting for the best burgers and steaks with her husband and spending time with their dogs.
Stacey Horst Net Worth
Horst has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 Million – $5 Million which she has earned through being a journalist.
Stacey Horst Salary
Horst earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $ 110,500.
Stacey Horst KCCI News 8
SAMPLE is working at KCCI News 8 where she works alongside other famous anchors and reporters including;
- Laura Terrell
- Eric Hanson
- Nicole Tam
- Ben Kaplan
- Todd Magel
- Alyx Sacks