Ben Simmoneau Biography | Wiki
Ben Simmoneau is an American Award-winning, journalist. He currently works as an anchor and a reporter for WCVB’s NewsCenter 5 a show that airs at 4:30, 5:00, and also at 5:30 PM. Ben also anchors The 10 O’Clock News on MeTV Boston.
In Addition, ben works with the New England Chapter, where he hosts the annual “Take Steps walk fundraiser” as well as the organization’s largest annual event called “the Fete of Food and Wine”. Prior to this, Ben worked with the Children’s Miracle Network as well as Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation. Apart from his official duties, Ben is an avid runner, he also enjoys reading, traveling, as well as spending time with his family.
Ben Simmoneau Age
He was born in the United States of America. Ben is around 47 years old.
Ben Simmoneau Height
He is a man of average stature. Ben stands at a height of 5 ft 7 in ( Approx 1.7).
Ben Simmoneau Family
Now that he works in Boston, Ben has now visited and lived in all four major cities in the northeast. He started with Washington before moving to Philadelphia and then relocating to New York. Ben was born to his father and mother in the united states. However, he has kept a low profile about his parents and siblings.
Ben Simmoneau Wife
His Twitter bio that leads “Dad, husband, journalist @WCVB” is a confirmation that Ben is married. He is a dad to a 4-year-old girl and 8 months old boy. However, he has not shared the name of his wife and kids.
Ben Simmoneau College
He attended and graduated from Ithaca College with a degree in journalism. While a student, Ben worked for Chris Matthews as a researcher on his bestselling book American: Beyond Our Grandest Notions.
Ben Simmoneau Wcvb
He started his career at WGAL, the Hearst-owned NBC affiliate based in Harrisburg-Lancaster, PA. Therefore, joining WCVB Channel 5 would mean his return to Hearst Television. Ben joined NewsCenter 5 after leaving the WNYW which is a Fox flagship station in New York City. While at WNYW, he served as a weekday morning anchor since June 2013. Before joining Fox, Ben worked five years as an anchor and investigative reporter for KYW, the CBS-owned television station based in Philadelphia.
At the 2017 Sound Bites, Ben received the first-place award presented by the Massachusetts Broadcasters Association for “On-Air Personality – Television”. He is a three-time Emmy winner who has been honored with an Edward R. Murrow award twice. One for his investigative reporting at WGAL and another for his role at the KYW news team which won for Station Excellence. The 2006 mid-term elections coverage won Ben a Walter Cronkite Award from the University of Southern California for his excellence in political journalism.
Additionally, Ben also served on the Executive Council of the America Greater New York Chapter Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation based in New York. He happened to be in Los Angeles when Johnny Carson died. WCVB management got Ben tickets to attend “The Tonight” Show and do a report on the tributes. His biggest interview was with Hillary Clinton during the 2008 USA election.
Ben’s colleagues at WCVB include:
Janet Wu– anchor
Ed Harding-anchor
Emily Riemer-reporter
Shayna Seymour-reporter
Antoinette Antonio-anchor
Mary Saladna-reporter
Maria Stephanos-anchor
Ben Simmoneau Salary
His profession as a WCVB anchor is the primary source of his income. Ben’s average salary is $68,376 per year.
Ben Simmoneau Net Worth
Being a successful journalist has enabled him to have good fortune. Ben’s estimated net worth is $1,399,385.
Who Is Ben Simmoneau
Ben is an American Award-winning, journalist. He currently works as an anchor and a reporter for WCVB’s NewsCenter 5.
Is Ben Simmoneau Married
His Twitter bio that leads “Dad, husband, journalist @WCVB” is a confirmation that Ben is married.
How Tall Is Ben Simmoneau
Ben is a man of average stature who stands at a height of 5 ft 7 in ( Approx 1.7).