Dallas Raines Weather, Bio, Wiki, Age, Height, Family, Wife, Surgery, Salary, and Net Worth

Dallas Raines Bio | Wiki

Dallas Raines is an American journalist working for ABC7 Eyewitness News as the chief meteorologist and provides the station with weekday evening weather reports. He joined the TV network in 1984 and has been working there since then. Dallas is also a Certified Broadcast Meteorologist who has gone through meticulous examination by the American Meteorological Society.

Dallas Raines Age

He was born in 1954, in Georgia, the United States. Dallas is 69 years old. However, details about his date and month of birth are currently unavailable.

Dallas Raines Height

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

Dallas Raines Family

He was born to his parents Riley Gene Raines (father) and Sybil Jeannette Hambrick (mother). However, there is not much available information in regard to his parents and siblings.

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Dallas Raines Wife

He is married to his beloved wife Danielle W. Raines. Together they are blessed with three children. Dalla’s wife Danielle was charged with assault in 2016 for trying to strangle their daughter Georgia under the influence of alcohol. She pleaded not guilty and was released on the same day at around 2:30 pm after paying a bail of $30,000.

Dallas Raines Daughters

He is a proud father of three daughters. Among his daughters, Dallas seems to have a strong bond with his daughter Georgia. The two seem to be very close which is also evident on their social media pages. In addition, Dallas also has a goddaughter named Angela.

Dallas Raines Education

He attended Florida State University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Broadcast Journalism and Earth Science with an emphasis on meteorology. In addition, Dallas has also completed numerous graduate-level courses in Climatology and Meteorology.

Dallas Raines Surgery | Cancer

In 2005, Dallas was discovered to be suffering from prostate cancer which left him surprised. He expressed his shock in an interview conducted in 2016, where he said that he has been living a healthy lifestyle by exercising always, eating healthy, and maintaining an active life.

To his advantage, prostate cancer was discovered at an early stage which meant that he could go through standard treatments of surgery such as radiation or do nothing at all. However, Dallas decided to go through radiation therapy and surgery. In the end, he won the fight against prostate cancer.

Dallas Raines Weather | Weatherman | 1984 | ABC7

He joined ABC7 Eyewitness News in 1984 and works as the chief meteorologist. Dallas also provides the station with weekday evening weather reports. In addition, he is also a confirmed Broadcast Meteorologist who has gone through rigorous examination by the American Meteorological Society. Furthermore, Dallas is a professional member of the AMS who also obtained the Seal of Approval for TV Broadcasting as well as various awards for his excellent coverage of weather events.

He received an invitation to the White House in a 30-person scientist and climatologists debate on global warming that was hosted by President Bill Clinton and Vice President Al Gore. Throughout his career journey, Dallas has received numerous awards such as the Daily News People’s Choice Award for the Best Weatherperson in Los Angeles. He was later named by the American Cancer Society as the Man of the Year. Additionally, he was also voted as the Best Weather Presenter/World Competition level in Paris, France.

Some of Raines’s colleagues at ABC7 include:

Tanja Babich – Anchor

Will Jones – General Assignment Reporter

Karen Jordan – Co-anchor

Phil Schwarz – Meteorologist

Tanja Babich – Anchor

Will Jones – General Assignment Reporter

Karen Jordan – Co-anchor

Phil Schwarz – Meteorologist

Roz Varon – Traffic/Transportation Anchor

Tracy Butler – Meteorologist

Ravi Baichwal – Co-anchor

Lesli Sykes  – Co-anchor

Michelle Tuzee – Anchor & Reporter

Leanne Suter – General Assignment Reporter

Dallas Raines Award

He has received various awards including:

  • The Associated Press Award for Best Weather Segment, and Golden Mike Award for Best Weathercast in the 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. division in Southern California.
  • In addition, he was awarded Overall Excellence in a 60-Minute Newscast by the Greater Los Angeles Press Club.
  • Raines also obtained the National Oceanic and Atmosphere Association (NOAA) Outstanding Coverage Award for his coverage of Hurricanes Frederic.

Dallas Raines Face

His face appears to be wrinkled due to his advanced age. In addition, Dallas also loves smiling. However, there is no available information on the internet concerning his face.

Dallas Raines Real Name | Birth Name

He was born Dallas Raines to his parents Riley Gene Raines (father) and Sybil Jeannette Hambrick (mother) in Georgia. This is his real birth name as many seem to doubt whether it is his real name. The name Raines is a family name that is found in more than 100 colonies.

Dallas Raines Salary

He earns from working as a chief meteorologist for ABC7 Eyewitness News. Dallas makes quite a good amount. His average salary is $500, 000 per year.

Dallas Raines Net Worth

Having worked at ABC 7 News since 1984, Dallas has managed to secure quite a massive fortune. His estimated net worth is around $3 Million.

Is Dallas Raines Married

He has been married to his wife Danielle W. Raines for more than two decades. The two are proud parents to three daughters. In 2016, a dispute erupted in Dallas’ home whereby, his wife was charged with assault following her attempt to strangle and beat her daughter Georgia under the influence of Alcohol.

How Tall Is Dallas Raines

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

How Old Is Dallas Raines

Dallas is 69 years old. He was born in 1954, in Georgia, USA.

Where Is Dallas Raines

Dallas works as the chief meteorologist for ABC7 Eyewitness News. He joined the TV network in 1994 and provides the station with weekday evening weather reports.

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