Taylor Hemness Biography
Taylor Hemness is an American journalist working for KSHB 41 News as a weekday morning anchor since joining the station in November 2017. Previously, he worked in Tyler for 8 and a half years.
Taylor Hemness Education
Hemness joined Abilene Christian University in Abilene, Texas, after high school. He later graduated with a Bachelor’s degree.
Taylor Hemness Career
Hemness works for KSHB 41 News as a weekday morning anchor. He is on the air on weekday mornings, starting at 4:30 on KSHB 41. He feels proud when people feel like the person they watch on TV is the real him.
Before his time in Kansas City, he worked in Abilene, San Angelo, Lufkin, and Tyler, where he spent the previous 8 and a half years. Having grown up in a tiny Texas town, he is intimidated by big cities. Kansas City felt like home because it feels like a big small town.
Taylor Hemness Age
Hemness was born on July 23, 1982, in the United States of America. He is 44 years old as of 2026. Hemness celebrates his birthday on July 23rd. On July 23, 2026, he posted a photo of himself and his wife on his Instagram account and captioned, “Thank you everyone for all the birthday wishes today! This crew, as always, poured all kinds of love into me for my birthday. Here’s to 44. Some big things ahead this year.”
Taylor Hemness Height
Hemness stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
Taylor Hemness Family
Hemness grew up in a tiny Texas town but has managed to keep his personal life out of the limelight; hence, he has not disclosed any information about his parents. It is also not known whether Hemness has any siblings.
Taylor Hemness Wife
Hemness married Katie in May 2000. On May 25, 2026, he posted a photo of them on his Instagram account and captioned it, “We’re gonna pretend to be BIG city people for a few days. That starts immediately after taking this selfie. Happy 20th Anniversary…”The couple has three sons, including Tanner and a set of twins named Korben and Thatcher.
Tanner was born on August 30, 2012, and is 14 years old as of 2026. On August 30, 2025, he posted a photo of Tanner on his Instagram account and captioned it, “…Happy 13th to our Tanner, who was treated to lobster and a special dessert at Princess Garden…”
Korben and Thatcher were born on July 10, 2014, and are 12 years old as of 2026. He posted a photo of them on his Instagram account on July 10, 2026, captioned, “Wishing a VERY HAPPY 12TH BIRTHDAY to Korben and Thatcher, AKA the #HemniGemini! Having twins in the family is such…” He enjoys playing golf and looks forward to spending lots of time scouting courses. He is a proud fan of Harry Potter books and enjoys Forrest Gump, Star Wars, and George Strait.
Taylor Hemness Net Worth
Hemness has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 million – $5 million, which he has earned through being a journalist.
Taylor Hemness Salary
Hemness earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $ 110,500.
Taylor Hemness KSHB 41 News
Hemness is working at KSHB 41 News, where he works alongside other famous anchors and reporters, including;
- Rae Daniel
- JuYeon Kim
- Sarah Plake
- Gary Lezak