Vince Erickson Biography
Vince Erickson is an American Anchor, Reporter, and Multimedia Journalist working for KWKT FOX 44, serving as a weekend news anchor and special projects director. He has been working for the station since August 2024, after working for Anytime Fitness as a certified personal trainer for nearly 5 years.
Vince Erickson Age
Erickson 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 50s, judging from his appearance.
Vince Erickson Height
Erickson stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
Vince Erickson Family
Barbara, his mother, was born on July 16, 1927, and is 98 years old as of 2025. He posted his mother’s birthday celebration on his Facebook account on July 16, 2025, and captioned “Won’t’cha wish ••an official•• Happy Birthday to my mom Barbara Erickson — the matriarch of the Ericksons!” Even so, he has not disclosed more details about his parents, especially his father. It is also unknown if Erickson has any siblings.
Vince Erickson Wife
Erickson married Mary Seifert-Erickson on December 23, 2003. He shares his wedding date on his Facebook profile. The couple has a daughter named Malia and a son named DJ A. Mary celebrates her birthday on September 8th, as evidenced by his Facebook post on September 8, 2025, captioned, “HAPPY BIRTHDAY to the love of my life, best friend & the best mom our children could ever have. Won’t’cha join me in wishing Mary a 🎉🎉 Happy Happy Birthday 🎈🎁?!!!”
Malia was born on February 2, 2007, and is 19 years old as of 2026. On February 2, 2026, he posted Malia’s birthday celebration on his Facebook account and captioned “CELEBRATING my not-so-little-girl’s birthday — nineteen candles on that cookie cake! Won’t’cha wish her a happy birthday?!!”
DJ was born on July 20, 2010, and is 15 years old as of 2025. On July 20, 2025, he posted DJ’s birthday celebration on his Facebook account and captioned “Won’t’cha wish DJ A ••Happy 15th Birthday?!!! Can’t believe how big he’s getting!”
During his free time, he loves to spend time with his wife and two teenagers. Also, he loves public speaking, hiking, and watching “Star Trek, The Original Series.”
Erickson is an ardent competitive athlete who has competed in obstacle course races. He recently competed in a “Spartan Ultra” race, which had a 31-mile run with 60-obstacles (June 2024 in Colorado Springs, Colorado).
Vince Erickson Net Worth
Erickson 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.
Vince Erickson Salary
Erickson earns an annual salary ranging from $ 45,000 – $ 110,500.
Vince Erickson Education
Erickson joined Oklahoma State University in 1983 after completing his high school studies. In 1987, he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Journalism & Broadcasting as well as Radio & Print Journalism.
While in college, Erickson was involved with Alpha Epsilon Rho, Women in Communications, Lambda Chi Alpha social fraternity, and Society of Professional Journalists.
Vince Erickson Career
Erickson is working for KWKT FOX 44, serving as a weekend news anchor and special projects director. He has received an Edward R. Murrow, many Texas AP Broadcasters, and a Lone Star Emmy Award. He is no stranger to the market, having a long and deep experience in media with deep networks in the Central Texas community.
Erickson has been a news anchor, executive producer, and sports director for over 35 years. He launched his career in 1998 in Joplin, Missouri. He then worked in Temple for a year(1993-94), Lincoln for 3 years(1994-97), and Lawton/Wichita Falls for 6 years(1997-2003). While in Lawton, he earned the 2000 Oklahoma Association of Broadcasters Best Sportscast Award.
Erickson joined KXXV in 2003 as the sports director. In 2009, he left the station for KRGV-TV in the Rio Grande Valley, where he completed his sportscasting career. There, he was part of a team that won two Emmys. He returned to KXXV in 2016 as a morning anchor and executive producer, working there until 2019. There, he won a prestigious Edward R. Murrow Award.
Erickson worked as the Community and Governmental Relations division director for the Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network from 2021 to 2024. He sits on the Waco Rotary Club Board of Directors & Public Image Chair and the board of the Friends of the Waco-McLennan County Library.
In January 2025, Erickson joined the Arc of McLennan County board of directors. He serves as a Waco Chamber of Commerce Ambassador, winning “Ambassador of the Month” in January 2024.
Vince Erickson 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 3.5K followers on Facebook, over 400 on Instagram, and over 400 0n X.