Jessica Ralston Bio | Wiki
Jessica Ralston is an American journalist and anchor. She anchors Good Day Columbus from 5 am-9 am weekdays on ABC6/FOX28. Jessica began her news career as a Producer at WFMJ-TV21 in Youngstown. Then she moved on to Clarksburg, West Virginia where she served as an evening Anchor-Reporter, and Producer at WDTV, Newschannel 5.
Jessica was awarded by the South Charleston Womens’ Club as a “Woman of Achievement”. In addition, she was honored by the Mayors’ office with a “Key To The City Of Charleston”. In addition, she won 36 Associated Press and Broadcaster’s awards, like multiple consecutive wins for “Broadcast Journalist of the Year,” “Best Reporter”, and “Best Anchor”, among others.
Jessica Ralston Age
Jessica was born in 1975, in Youngstown, Ohio, United States. She is 46 years old.
Jessica Ralston Height
She is a woman of average stature. Jessica stands at a height of 5 ft 5 in (Approx. 1.6 m).
Jessica Ralston Family
She was born and brought up in Youngstown, Ohio by her parents. Jessica’s parents divorced when she was 3 years old. After the divorce, she and her older brother, Robert (“Buddy”), and their mother moved to an inner-city neighborhood. There Jessica had many friends including her best friend Rebecca (Becca) Macciomei.
Her mother worked two jobs in order to support them. Growing up Jessica admired Barbara Walters and Oprah Winfrey on TV who made her study journalism.
Jessica Ralston Husband | Fiance
Jessica is married to her husband Jimmy Johnson since 2013. Jimmy is an investment banker. The couple is blessed with three children named Ginger, Ellie Mae, and Parker-Paisley. Jessica and her family live in Columbus. When free, she loves to travel the world, hit the gym, and quality spends time with family and friends.
Jessica Ralston Education
When her mom decided to move to Orlando, Fla, Jessica stayed behind to attend Youngstown State University during the “Jim Tressel” era.
Jessica Ralston Columbus Ohio | WSYX
She anchors Good Day Columbus from 5 am-9 am weekdays on ABC6/FOX28. Jessica began her news career as a Producer at WFMJ-TV21 in Youngstown. Then she moved on to Clarksburg, West Virginia where she served as an evening Anchor-Reporter, and Producer at WDTV, Newschannel 5. After that, Jessica worked in Charleston, West Virginia at WSAZ TV-3. She spent 10 years there and became an Evening Anchor.
During her time in WV, Jessica was awarded by the South Charleston Womens’ Club as a “Woman of Achievement”. In addition, she was honored by the Mayors’ office with a “Key To The City Of Charleston”.
Jessica eventually moved to Nashville and WTVF Newschannel 5, to anchor the evening newscasts and hosted a show called “Openline”. While there, “Nashville Scene” magazine honored her as a “Style Setter”. All that time, Jessica has received 5 Emmy awards and won 15 Emmy nominations for Anchor, Breaking News, and Team Coverage.
Some of Jessica’s colleagues at WSYX include:
Marshall McPeek – meteorologist
Karaline Cohen – meteorologist
Kurt Ludlow – anchor
Stacia Naquin – reporter
Jessica Ralston Resignation
On February 17, 2015, Sandy Boonstra, news director at Channel 5, announced that Jessica had resigned for personal reasons. She was working as a co-anchor on NewsChannel 5.
Jessica Ralston Wedding
Jessica and her husband Jimmy Johnson held their wedding in 2013. The ceremony was celebrated by their friends and family member. However, the venue of their wedding is not available.
Jessica Ralston Salary
She works as an anchor at WSYX ABC 6, she, therefore, receives a satisfactory salary. Jessica’s average salary is $69,675 per year.
Jessica Ralston Net Worth
She has worked as a journalist for many years. Therefore, there is no doubt she has accumulated decent wealth over the years. The estimated net worth of Jessica is $754,656.
Is Jessica Ralston Married
Yes. Jessica is married to her husband Jimmy Johnson since 2013. they have three children.
How Old Is Jessica Ralston
Jessica was born in 1975, in Youngstown, Ohio, thus, she is 45 years old.