Ron Smiley Biography
Ron Smiley is an American Meteorologist working for CBS Pittsburgh – KDKA-TV in Pennsylvania as a weekday morning meteorologist. Prior to joining the station in June 2015, he worked for WXIN-TV.
Ron Smiley Age
Smiley was born on April 7, 1977, in San Antonio, Texas, United States. He is therefore 46 years old as of 2023. He celebrates his birthday on the 7th of April every year.
Ron Smiley Height
Smiley stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 8 inches.
Ron Smiley Family
Smiley was brought up in Little Rock, Arkansas, under a drill sergeant’s roof. He was born to an ex-Air Force military father, and his mother, whose names are unknown. There is also no information regarding whether Smiley has any siblings or not.
Ron Smiley Wife / Children
Smiley is a married man, and his spouse is Michelle Smiley, an operations manager at Thelma Lovette YMCA. They had their very first encounter when they were both at the same college, and they tied the knot in the year 2000. The couple takes great pride in being dad and mom to their 2 daughters, whose names are under review.
Ron Smiley Net Worth
Smiley has an estimated net worth of between $1 Million-$5 Million which he has earned through his successful career as a Meteorologist.
Ron Smiley Salary
Smiley earns an annual salary ranging from $ 45,000 – $ 110,500.
Ron Smiley Career and Education
Smiley is a proud alumnus of Arkansas Tech University, which he attended from 1995 to 2000. He graduated from the university with a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Broadcast Journalism. He had his high school studies at Little Rock Catholic High School. Smiley serves at CBS Pittsburgh – KDKA as a weekday morning meteorologist.
Before joining KDKA, he worked for WXIN-TV in Indianapolis, Indiana, as a meteorologist. He has also worked at TV stations in Arkansas, Orleans, and Mississippi as a meteorologist. Smiley has always been passionate about the weather since he was young. He used to go to the garden with Mr. Mike (his neighbor), and talk clouds. Mike is now working for the National Weather Service.
Smiley is actively involved in the AMS (American Meteorological Society) and holds the AMS Seal of Approval. When not at work, he likes cooking, exploring what Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania has to offer, going to local museum or park, riding his bicycle, hiking on the Pennsylvania hills or around Cucumber Falls, or just chilling with his family and friends. His other hobbies include running, playing basketball, rooting for the San Antonio Spurs and Arkansas Razorbacks, or trying new recipes at a local restaurant, Totopo Mexican Kitchen and Bar.
Ron Smiley CBS Pittsburgh – KDKA
Smiley is working at CBS Pittsburgh where he works alongside other famous CBS Pittsburgh meteorologists, anchors, and reporters including;
- Ken Rice
- Kristine Sorensen
- Kristin Emery
- Ray Petelin
- Mary Ours
- Falicia Woody
- Jessica Guay
- Erika Stanish
- Erica Mokay
- John Shumway
Ron Smiley Weight Loss
In the year 2018, Smiley revealed in an interview that he lost 35-40 pounds. This was after his fans noticed a difference in his body appearance. He stated that he lost weight by working out.
Ron Smiley 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 3.7K followers on Instagram.