Philip Townsend Biography
Philip Townsend is an American 4-time Emmy Award-winning Anchor, Reporter, and Multimedia Journalist working for 13News Now – WVEC-TV in Hampton, Virginia as a weekend multimedia journalist and weekday evening news anchor. Prior to joining the station in October 2016, he worked for WFAA-TV.
Philip Townsend Age
Townsend was born in Norfolk, Virginia, United States. He likes to keep his personal life private hence he has not yet disclosed the date, month, or year he was born, but judging from the look on his face, he might be in his 30s. However, on July 21, 2023, he thanked his fans and friends for the heartwarming messages they gave him wishing him Happy Birthday!
Philip Townsend Height
Townsend stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 8 inches.
Philip Townsend Family
Townsend was born to Katherine Savalas (mother) and his father whose names are unknown. He posted her mom’s pic on his Instagram Page on February 19, 2021, wishing her a Happy Birthday. It was known that he has a brother, Nick, when he posted their photo together on his Instagram Page on July 23, 2022. He and his brother grew up in Norfolk, Virginia.
Philip Townsend Wife / Son
Townsend is a married man and he is married to Lauren Townsend. They tied the knot on June 28, 2014. The couple takes great pride in being dad and mom to their one son, Emery. Emery is 4 years old as of 2023 having been born on January 19, 2019. Townsend often posts his wife’s and son’s photos on his Instagram Page. The family resides happily in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Philip Townsend Net Worth
Townsend 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.
Philip Townsend Salary
Townsend earns an annual salary ranging from $ 45,000 – $ 110,500.
Philip Townsend Career and Education
Townsend serves at 13News Now – WVEC as a weekend multimedia journalist and weekday evening news anchor. As an anchor, he appears on the 4 PM and 4:30 PM newscasts. He also specializes in human interest and feature stories across Northeast North Carolina and Hampton Roads. Townsend has also worked for WVEC for 4 years and 2 months (November 2010 – December 2014) as a news reporter, and for 1 year and 4 months (Feb 2007 – May 2008) as a production assistant.
Before joining WVEC, he worked for WFAA-TV in Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas as a news reporter for nearly 2 years (December 2014 – October 2016). Townsend has worked for WHSV – TV in Harrisonburg, Virginia as a news reporter for 2 years and 7 months (May 2008 – November 2010). He has also worked for
Over the years of his career, he has covered many stories. For 3 years, he reported on the controversial Downtown Tunnel and Midtown Tunnel projects, as well as the pricey tolls that were later carried by drivers. This coverage provided a voice to many frustrated taxpayers and made lawmakers to become accountable. Throughout his career, Townsend has been recognized with 4 Emmy Awards for his outstanding reporting and anchoring work.
When it comes to his education, Townsend is a proud alumnus of Longwood University in Farmville, Virginia, where he attended from 2002 to 2006. He graduated from the university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Studies and Political Science. During his spare time, he likes trying new restaurants with his wife and son, playing tennis and volleyball, or running (he is a triathlete!).
Philip Townsend 13News – WVEC
Townsend is working at 13News Now where he works alongside other famous 13News Now meteorologists, anchors, and reporters including;
- Dana Smith
- Jeff Lawson
- Ali Weatherton
- Craig Moeller
- Evan Stewart
- Connor Rhiel
Philip Townsend 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 900 followers on Instagram.