Nina Blackwood Bio | Wiki
Nina Blackwood is a noted American disc jockey and music journalist. She has also worked as an actress and model. She was one of the original V.J.s on MTV when it debuted on August 1, 1981. Currently, she hosts a weekday show on Sirius XM Radio The 80s on 8 from 11 to 2 Eastern. In addition, she co-hosts the Sirius XM Radio show The Big ’80s Top 40 Countdown with other original MTV VJ’s during the weekends.
Nina Blackwood Age
She was born in Springfield, Massachusetts, in the United States on September 12, 1955. Nina is 68 years old and celebrates her birthday every year on September 12.
Nina Blackwood Height
She is a woman of average stature. Nina stands at a height of 5 ft 6 in ( Approx. 1.68m ).
Nina Blackwood Family
She was born to her supportive parents in Springfield, Massachusetts, in the United States. Nina holds American nationality. Her father worked in the government service and also taught Sunday school. However, he was not a minister as earlier reported.
Nina Blackwood Husband
Nina has been speculated to be in a relationship with Kelly Vincent. However, she is yet to confirm the rumors. Previously, she was married briefly to Dennis. Nina has no children and she resides in coastal Maine. She is an animal lover and her farm acts as an animal sanctuary and is home to numerous dogs, cats, birds, horses, and other creatures.
Nina Blackwood Education
She received her high school diploma from Rocky River High School, graduating in 1970. During her time in school, she sang and played keyboards with her high school sweetheart’s band, and covered the song “Venus.” Nina studied acting at the Strasberg Institute.
Nina Blackwood Voice | Voice Change
She is known for her raspy voice as it is something she had since she was a child. However, she said that the voice has gotten more pronounced as she has aged. Nina used her voice to introduce music videos and interview musical bands on MTV in the 1980s.
Nina Blackwood Mtv | Mtv Vjs
She was one of the original V.J.s on MTV when it debuted on August 1, 1981. Nina worked along with Mark Goodman, Alan Hunter, Martha Quinn, and J. J. Jackson. Her first video to air was “Video Killed the Radio Star” by The Buggles. She worked at MTV until 1986 when she moved to host her own “Rock Report” for Entertainment Tonight.
Nina Blackwood Dj
She played as the first woman DJ on MTV Vjs along with Mark Goodman, Alan Hunter, Martha Quinn, and J. J. Jackson. Her first video to air was “Video Killed the Radio Star” by The Buggles.
Nina Blackwood Now | 80s | 1980s
Currently, she hosts a weekday show on Sirius XM Radio The 80s on 8 from 11 to 2 Eastern. Nina also co-hosts the Sirius XM Radio show The Big ’80s Top 40 Countdown with other original MTV VJ’s during the weekends.
Nina Blackwood Health
She is in good health condition as she has not shared details regarding suffering from any disease. However, she was rumored to have throat cancer due to her voice.
Nina Blackwood Movies and Tv Shows
She has appeared in several movies and tv shows including:
- Vice Squad in 1982
- Ratboy in 1986
- The New Gidget in 1988
- The Magical World of Disney in 1988
- Reckless Kelly in 1993
- Prize Fighter in 1993
- Roseanne & Tom: Behind the Scenes in 1994
- Number One Fan in 1995
- Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman in 1997
Nina Blackwood 2022
On September 8, 2022, she appeared in an episode on Breaking It With Frank Mackay. The show is available at 77WABC where Frank works.
Nina Blackwood Sirius Xm
Currently, she hosts a weekday show on Sirius XM Radio The 80s on 8 from 11 to 2 Eastern. Nina also co-hosts the Sirius XM Radio show The Big ’80s Top 40 Countdown with other original MTV VJ’s during the weekends. In 2003, she performed as part of the 2003 road company of The Vagina Monologues. Along with her manager and producer, Danny Sheridan, they launched a nationally syndicated radio show in 1999, Nina Blackwood’s Absolutely 80’s.
They later had another program the 80’s alternative-themed Nina Blackwood’s New Wave Nation. From 1986 to 1988, she appeared on the TV music show Solid Gold. Moreover, Nina has appeared on A Current Affair, Access Hollywood, VH1, Discovery Channel, National Geographic, and MSNBC. Before her journalism career, she made appearances in the movies including Vice Squad (1982), Reckless Kelly (1993), and I Crave Rock & Roll (1996).
Nina Blackwood Salary
She earns satisfying pay working at Sirius XM Radio. Nina’s salary is $90,100 per annum.
Nina Blackwood Net Worth
She has earned a decent fortune from working as a disc jockey and music journalist and before as an actress and model. Nina’s net worth is $1 million.
How Old Is Nina Blackwood
Nina is 68 years old born in Springfield, Massachusetts, in the United States on September 12, 1955.
Does Nina Blackwood Have Cancer
No. She does not have cancer, however, there are rumors stating due to the change in her voice, she now sounds as though she has throat cancer. Nina has not addressed the rumors yet.
Who is Nina Blackwood
Nina is a 68-year-old American disc jockey and music journalist. Currently, she hosts a weekday show on Sirius XM Radio The 80s on 8 from 11 to 2 Eastern. Nina also co-hosts the Sirius XM Radio show The Big ’80s Top 40 Countdown with other original MTV VJ’s during the weekends. She was one of the original V.J.s on MTV when it debuted on August 1, 1981. In addition, she resides in coastal Maine with her animals.
What Happened To Nina Blackwood Voice
She has a raspy voice as it is something she had since she was a child. However, she said that the voice has gotten more pronounced as she has aged.
Nina’s Social Media Account
Twitter – @NinaBlackwood
Instagram – ninablackwoodvj