Chris Porter Biography
Chris Porter is an American Sports Director, Anchor, and Reporter working for WJXX serving as a sports director. He has been working for the station since April 2009 after working for WMAZ in Macon, Georgia, for 5 years.
Chris Porter Age
Porter likes to keep his personal life private hence he has not disclosed the date, month, or year in which he was born. However, he might be in his 40s judging from his appearance.
Chris Porter Height
Porter stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
Chris Porter Family
Porter’s mother, Patricia Gail Porter, celebrates her birthday on February 10th, as evidenced by his Instagram post on February 10, 2025, where he wished her a happy birthday. Even so, he has not disclosed more details about his parents, especially his father. It is also not known if Porter has any siblings.
Chris Porter Wife
Porter married Jovi Lisa Porter. The couple has a daughter named Ma’at. Jovi was born on February 9, 1984, and is 40 years old as of 2025. On February 9, 2024, he wished her a happy 40th birthday on his Instagram account.
Ma’at was born on January 26, 2016, and is 9 years old as of 2025. He wished her a happy 9th birthday on January 26, 2025, on his Instagram account. During his free time, he spends time with his family, enjoys some of the stunning spots around the First Coast, and works out.
Chris Porter Net Worth
Porter has an estimated net worth of between $1 Million-$5 Million which he has earned through his successful career as a Sports Director, Anchor, and Reporter.
Chris Porter Salary
Porter earns an annual salary ranging from $ 45,000 – $ 110,500.
WJXX
Porter is working at WJXX alongside other famous WJXX meteorologists, anchors, and reporters including;
- Jeannie Blaylock
- Jessica Clark
- Heather Crawford
- Rich Donnelly
- Katie Jeffries
- Jasmine Monroe
- Keitha Nelson
- Lewis Turner
- Lee Southwick
- Robert Speta
Chris Porter Education
Porter joined Fort Valley State University in Macon, Georgia after completing his studies at Warner Robins High School. In 2004, he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication.
Chris Porter Career
Porter is working for WJXX serving as a sports director. The 3-time Emmy nominee has broadcasted everything sports-related across the First Coast since 2009. He is also recognized for his Friday sports program that spotlights local sports and athletes, #TeamSideline.
In his role as sports director, Porter has broadcasted many sporting events including the 2016 Olympics from Rio, the annual Florida/Georgia game, the Jaguars’ annual London game since its founding, and both the University of Florida and Florida State’s NCAA championship runs.
Porter joined the First Coast News sports team after serving First Coast News’ sister station, WMAZ in Macon, Georgia, for 5 years. While in Macon, he delivered high-energy broadcasts of Atlanta College, professional sports teams, and local high school sports.
Porter has won various awards for his reporting in Macon including the Georgia Association of Broadcasters’ Merit Best Sports Story Award. From a young age, he knew that he wanted to pursue a sports journalism career. way from the newsroom, he volunteers at the Emmett Reed Community Center.
Chris Porter Social Media Platforms
He is active on his social media accounts and often posts on his Instagram, Facebook, and X(formerly known as Twitter). He has over 4.8K friends on Facebook, over 5.1K on Instagram, and over 4.5K on X.