Bob Pompeani KDKA, Bio, Wiki, Age, Wife, Daughters, Heart Surgery, Salary, and Net Worth

Bob Pompeani Bio | Wiki

Bob Pompeani is an American journalist. He currently serves as a sports director for KDKA-TV News at Six and KDKA-TV News at Eleven. Bob joined KDKA-TV(a CBS-owned and operated tv station) based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in 1982. he has worked for the network for 39 years. Bob was raised in an area deep in sports traditions and has seen all of the biggest high school rivalries. He as well met players and coaches who’ve gone on to make sports history.

While still a student, Bob presented the KDKA-TV “Extra Effort” award to local students who excel in athletics, academics as well as community service. He has so far visited more than 1,200 local schools and produced feature stories on each outstanding student in the network’s 33rd year.  In 1997,  Bob was voted Pittsburgh’s favorite sportscaster in a reader poll of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and inducted into the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame in 2015.

Bob Pompeani  Birthday

He was born in Western Pennsylvania, United States of America. Bob celebrates his birthday on April 11, every year.

Bob Pompeani Height

He is a man of above-average stature. Bob stands at a height of 5 ft 9 in ( Approx 1.75m).

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Bob Pompeani Family

He was born to his parents Virginia Pompeani (Mother) and Pat Pompeani (father) in the United States of America. Bob grew up along with his brother named Bruce.

Bob Pompeani Wife

He married the love of his life called Lisa Pompeani. The two are blessed with two adorable daughters. Currently, Bog and his wife reside in Robinson Township.

Bob Pompeani Daughters | Daughters Wedding

His two adorable daughters are Celina Pompeani and Chelsea Pompeani. They both attend Point Part University just like their dad. Celina graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in broadcast reporting in December 2013. She followed in her father’s footsteps and she currently works as a Pittsburgh Today Live Reporter.

Also, she has another role as a host for the Pittsburgh Penguins. Prior to that, Celina served as the in-arena host for every home game. Chelse wedded her gorgeous husband and her sister Celina joined the couple as a bridesmaid, dressed in stunning wedding gowns. Chelse gave birth to Bob’s first grandchild in November 2017. Ellie Grace was born on November 7, 2017, weighing 8 pounds and 19 inches long

Bob Pompeani Education

After earning his high school diploma from Hopewell High School, Bob went to further his studies at Point Park University. He graduated from the University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Broadcast Journalism and a minor in Political Science.

Bob Pompeani KDKA

He is a news anchor and sports presenter in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Currently, Bog serves as the sports director at KDKA-TV. In 1998, Bob won the Pittsburgh Beauty Academy’s Professional Image Award and became the first man ever to receive the award in the twenty years that PBA has handed out the honor. He also won the 2000 Tri-State PGA of America Distinguished Service Award for his outstanding contributions to local golf. In April of 2007, Bob was inducted into the Beaver County Sports Hall of Fame for contributing to local sports. Additionally, he holds the Golden Quill Award and has won it six times.

In between journalism and his family time, Bob works closely with the community. He currently serves on the board of directors for the American Heart Association, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, and Partners for Quality Inc, as well as the Give the Kids the World Foundation. Since 1995, Bob has been on the  Executive Committee for the Mario Lemieux Foundation. He as well served as Master of Ceremonies for the “Penguins at your Service” annual black-tie dinner for a period of 18 good years.

Bob’s colleagues at CBS include:

Martha Teichner – correspondent

Richard Schlesinger – correspondent

Kris Van Cleave – anchor

Imtiaz Tyab – correspondent

Jeff Gianola – anchor

Faith Woodard – anchor

Christy Waite – anchor

Jen Phillips – anchor

Stephen Colbert – political commentator

Lisa Mateo – news anchor

Bob Pompeani House

Currently, Bob and his adorable family live in a marvelous mansion-like house located in Robinson Township.

Bob Pompeani Heart Surgery

Growing up in Western Pennsylvania, Bob dreamed of playing big-league sports. As a teenager, he excelled in baseball, basketball, as well as football. However, a heart condition that require two open-heart surgeries sidelined Bob’s athletic ambitions. He suffered from strep throat affected his aorta valve in his heart chamber and Bob needed two open-heart surgeries in order to treat his strep throat heart condition.

Bob Pompeani Golf Classic

His original aspirations were to become a golfer. Growing up in Western Pennsylvania, Bob dreamed of playing big-league sports. As a teenager, he excelled in baseball, basketball, as well as football. However, he came down with a bad case of strep throat. Bob’s health condition resulted in open-heart surgery. It was after the surgery that he decided to attend Point Park for sports broadcasting.

Bob Pompeani Salary

He earns his monthly income from his current job as the sports director at KDKA-TV.  Bob has an average salary of $86,275 per year.

Bob Pompeani Net Worth

He has accumulated a lot of wealth from his journalism career. Bob has an estimated net worth of $1,476,926.

Who Is Bob Pompeani

Bob is an American journalist. He currently serves as a sports director for KDKA-TV News at Six and KDKA-TV News at Eleven. Bob joined the KDKA-TV  news team in 1982. he has worked for the network for 39 years. Bob was raised in an area deep in sports traditions and has seen all of the biggest high school rivalries.

Where Does Bob Pompeani Live

Currently, Bob and his adorable family live in a marvelous mansion-like house located in Robinson Township.

Is Bob Pompeani Married

Yes. Bob married the love of his life called Lisa Pompeani. The two are blessed with two adorable daughters. Currently, Bog and his wife reside in Robinson Township.

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