Chris Hoffman Biography
Chris Hoffman is an American Emmy Award-winning Anchor, Reporter, and Multimedia Journalist working for CBS Pittsburgh – KDKA-TV in Pennsylvania as a news reporter. Prior to joining the station in May 2019, he worked for ABC 13 News.
Chris Hoffman Age
Hoffman was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. He likes to keep his personal life private hence he has not yet disclosed the date, month, or year he was born. However, he might be in his 40s.
Chris Hoffman Height
Hoffman stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 8 inches.
Chris Hoffman Family
Hoffman grew up in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He 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 Hoffman has any siblings. However, he states in his Twitter bio that he is a “Proud Uncle” – meaning he possibly has a sibling.
Chris Hoffman Wife / Son
Hoffman is a married man and his spouse is Kelsie. On June 17, 2023, he posted their wedding photos on his Instagram Page, celebrating their 5th marriage anniversary. The couple takes great pride in being dad and mom to their one son, Arlo. He often posts his wife’s and son’s photos on his Instagram Page. The family resides happily in Pittsburgh and they purchased their very 1st house there. During Hoffman’s spare time, he likes hanging out with his wife and kid, cheering for the Penguins, Pirates, and Steelers.
Chris Hoffman Net Worth
Hoffman has an estimated net worth of between $1 Million-$5 Million which he has earned through his successful career as an Anchor, Reporter, and Multimedia Journalist.
Chris Hoffman Salary
Hoffman earns an annual salary ranging from $ 45,000 – $ 110,500.
Chris Hoffman Career and Education
Hoffman is a proud 2014 alumnus of Point Park University, where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Broadcast Journalism and Television Production. He is also a 2001 graduate of Moon Area High School. He serves at CBS Pittsburgh – KDKA as a news reporter.
Over the years with the station, he has reported on many significant stories such as presidential visits and the collapse of the Fern Hollow Bridge, as well as many headlines with the Steelers. For covering the collapse of the Fern Hollow Bridge, he and his KDKA coverage team were recognized with an Emmy Award in the year 2022. Hoffman has also reported on Hurricane Ian’s aftermath in Florida.
Prior to joining KDKA, Hoffman served as a General Assignment Reporter at ABC 13 News – WSET in Lynchburg, Virginia, from February 2017 to March 2019. Before going to WSET, he was a General Assignment Reporter at WPMT-FOX43 in York, Pennsylvania, from December 2015 to February 2017.
His career started as a Multimedia Journalist and Fill-in Anchor at WCTI TV 12 and FOX 8/14, where he worked from December 2014 to November 2015. While in college, Hoffman gained valuable experience during internships at KDKA-TV from January 2014 to May 2014 and at WPXI-TV from May 2013 to August 2013.
He provided firsthand accounts of the challenges individuals faced after the destructive storm. During his time at WSET, he reported on significant stories, including the turmoil in Charlottesville that was after the “Unite the Right” rally, political scandals in Virginia, the anniversary (10th) of the tragic Virginia Tech mass shooting, and various severe storms like a 20-mile tornado. His work was acknowledged by The Associated Press of the Virginias which voted him “The Best Reporter of the Year”.
Chris Hoffman CBS Pittsburgh – KDKA
Hoffman is working at CBS Pittsburgh where he works alongside other famous CBS Pittsburgh meteorologists, anchors, and reporters including;
- Lindsay Ward
- David Highfield
- Meghan Schiller
- Kym Gable
- Jennifer Borrasso
- Shelley Bortz
- Jon Delano
- Ross Guidotti
- Chris Hoffman
Chris Hoffman Social Media Platforms
He is active on his social media accounts and is often seen posting on his Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. He has over 780 followers on Instagram.