Ed Matthews Biography
Ed Matthews is a retired American Meteorologist and Host who worked for WFMY News, serving as a meteorologist. He worked at the station from August 1988 until his retirement in May 2026.
Ed Matthews Age
Matthews was born on June 26, 1959, weighing 3 pounds and 11 ounces, in the U.S.A. He is 67 years old as of 2026. Matthews celebrates his birthday on June 26th.
Ed Matthews Height
Matthews stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
Ed Matthews Family
Matthews was born to Shirley and Jack Matthews. He grew up in Sanford with his younger sister, Lisa.
Ed Matthews Wife
Matthews is very private about his personal life; therefore, it is not known if he is in any relationship. There are also no rumors of Matthews being in any past relationship with anyone.
Ed Matthews Net Worth
Matthews has an estimated net worth of between $1 million-$5 million, which he has earned through his successful career as a Meteorologist and Host.
Ed Matthews Salary
Matthews earns an annual salary ranging from $ 45,000 – $ 110,500.
Ed Matthews Education
Matthews joined North Carolina State University in 1980 after completing his high school studies. In 1984, he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Meteorology. While in college, he held a weather internship down the road in Raleigh in 1983.
Ed Matthews Career
Matthews worked for WFMY News, serving as a meteorologist. Over his career there, he co-hosted the Good Morning Show weekend broadcasts and weekday noon weather segments. He also worked as a meteorologist from 6 to 9 a.m.
During his time at WFMY News, Matthews has guided families through tornadoes, snowstorms, hurricanes, and quiet Carolina mornings alike. A lifelong animal lover, he launched WFMY’s “2 The Rescue” initiative, which helps countless shelter pets find homes across the Triad.
Matthews tracked the historic April 2011 tornado outbreak live on air as it tore toward his own family in Sanford, his hometown. That twister tore through their yard and killed their cousin across the street. That event deeply intensified his personal dedication to public safety.
Ed Matthews Retirement
Matthews announced that he planned to retire in April 2026 after almost 38 years at WFMY News. He delivered his last forecast on May 24, 2026. WFMY News 2 honored his career throughout the month.
Ed Matthews Social Media Platforms
He is active on his social media accounts and often posts on his Facebook and X(formerly known as Twitter). He has over 23K followers on Facebook and over 4.6K on X.