John Murphy Biography
John Murphy is an American Anchor and Reporter working for KOMU 8 News, serving as a co-anchor of the weeknight 10 p.m. newscasts with Evie Allen. He has been working for the station since January 2023 after graduating from the University of Missouri.
John Murphy Age
Murphy 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 20s, judging from his appearance.
John Murphy Height
Murphy stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
John Murphy Family
Murphy is originally from Independence and has managed to keep his personal life away from the limelight; hence, he has not disclosed any details about his parents. It is also unknown if Murphy has any siblings.
John Murphy Wife
Murphy is very private about his personal life; therefore, it is not known if he is in any relationship. He is an ardent Kansas City Chiefs and Mizzou Tigers fan how is at almost every home game at Faurot Field during football season. He also loves to hike in pleasant weather and cook.
John Murphy Net Worth
Murphy has an estimated net worth of between $1 million-$5 million, which he has earned through his successful career as an Anchor and Reporter.
John Murphy Salary
Murphy earns an annual salary ranging from $ 45,000 – $ 110,500.
John Murphy KOMU 8 News
Murphy is working at KOMU 8 News alongside other famous KOMU 8 News meteorologists, anchors, and reporters including;
- Evie Allen
- Taylor Freeman
- Sara Moyers
- Ben Arnet
- Matt Beckwith
- Beth Finello
- Kesley Kobielusz
John Murphy Education
Murphy joined the Missouri School of Journalism at the University of Missouri after completing his education at the Missouri Military Academy in 2020. In 2024, he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree. During his time in high school, he was a part-time anchor, reporter, and producer at KOMU 8 for almost two years.
John Murphy Career
Murphy is working for KOMU 8 News, serving as a co-anchor of the weeknight 10 p.m. newscasts with Evie Allen. He also works as a reporter and content creator for several KOMU 8 specials, including the Decision 2024 Election Report.
Murphy has lived in Mid-Missouri for over seven years. He has a passion for bonding with the community, believing in extensive public affairs reporting that highlights the voices of people impacted by the issues we face.
During his career, Murphy has broadcast several impactful stories, including the impacts of an abortion ban on women in the state, foreign-owned farmland in Mid-Missouri, and Missouri’s special judicial override power in capital murder lawsuits. He earned a spot as a finalist for the Hearst Journalism Awards due to his work. He was also a runner-up for Investigative Story of the Year by the Missouri Broadcasters Association.
John Murphy Social Media Platforms
He is active on his social media accounts and often posts on his Instagram, which has over 400 followers.