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Alex Maragos Biography
Alex Maragos is an American working in the field of journalism as a weekday anchor for the 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. newscasts on WMAQ NBC 5 Chicago. He came to Chicago in August 2015 as a general assignment reporter after working as a morning anchor and reporter at WLFI-TV in West Lafayette, Indiana, for 2 years.
Alex Maragos Height
Maragos stands at a rough height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
Alex Maragos Age
Maragos was born on June 28th, but keeps his year of birth away from the limelight; thus, his exact age is unknown. Maragos annually celebrates his birthday on June 28th, as revealed by his Facebook post on June 28, 2022, captioned “Thanks for all the love. I did not turn three but it was a great birthday 🎂.”
Personal Life
Alex Maragos Relatives and Family
Maragos keeps information regarding his family and relatives away from the public eye. However, we will update this information once it’s available to the public.
Alex Maragos Spouse and Children
Maragos tied the knot with Gabbi and lives in the north suburbs of Chicago. He proposed to her in March 2020 at the Eiffel Tower in Paris, as revealed by his Facebook post on March 15, 2020, captioned “Big news! I got engaged! It was the craziest 48 hours in Paris, but I will remember it always for being the best two days of my life…We went to the Eiffel Tower (which closed one day later), we walked around the park, and I asked Gabbi to marry me. She said yes (!!) – then we had roughly 16 hours to celebrate…Gabbi makes every day better and I’m lucky to have her in my life.”
Alex Maragos Education
Maragos received his diploma from Loyola Academy in Wilmette before enrolling at Washington and Lee University in 2009. In 2013, he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communications. While in college, he played baseball for four years. During the summers, he interned at news/talk WLS-AM 890news/talk WLS-AM 890, ESPN Radio WMVP AM 1000, and NBC Sports Chicago.
Professional Life
Alex Maragos Career
Maragos works as a weekday anchor for the 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. newscasts on WMAQ NBC 5 Chicago. He returned to Chicago after working as a morning anchor and reporter at WLFI-TV in West Lafayette, Indiana, for 2 years. Since beginning his career, he has received awards for his anchoring and reporting from organizations like the Illinois Broadcasters Association, the Indiana Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists, the Illinois Associated Press Broadcasters Association, and the Indiana Broadcasters Association. The Chicago/Midwest Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences has recognized him with three Emmy Awards. weekly podcast and YouTube show.
Alex Maragos WMAQ NBC 5 Chicago
Maragos works as a weekday anchor for the 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. newscasts on WMAQ NBC 5 Chicago. In addition to that role, he serves as the co-creator and host of The Takeaway, NBC Chicago’s weekly podcast and YouTube show. On the show, he explores intricate topics through cordial conversations with journalists and other experts on one big story.
Maragos originally came to NBC 5 Chicago as a general assignment reporter, later climbing the ranks to morning and midday anchor 8 months after joining the station. He held that role for 4 and a half years and was promoted again to weekend anchor and general assignment reporter in August 2020. After serving the station in that role for over 2 years, he was promoted to his current role in January 2023.
During his time at WMAQ NBC 5 Chicago, Maragos has broadcast some of the biggest stories in his hometown and beyond. Though he has spent his career covering news, he is passionate about sports. For example, he covered the 2022 Beijing, 2024 Paris, and 2026 Milan-Cortina Olympic Games. In February 2022, he filed live reports in China for three weeks, covering the Beijing Winter Olympic Games. Since 2016, he has worked as the start and finish line reporter for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon.
Alex Maragos Net Worth
Maragos has garnered a net worth ranging from $1 million to $6 million during his successful career as a journalist.
Alex Maragos Salary
Maragos receives an approximate annual salary of $110 000, which he earns working as a weekday anchor for WMAQ NBC 5 Chicago.
Alex Maragos Social Media
Maragos has active social media platforms, i.e., Facebook, X(previously Twitter), and Instagram. He has a following of over 12K on Facebook, a following of over 2.8K on Instagram, and a following of over 3K on X.
Alex Maragos WMAQ NBC 5 Chicago
At WMAQ NBC 5 Chicago, Maragos works alongside his fellow anchors, reporters, and meteorologists, such as;
- Brant Miller
- Art Norman
- Michelle Relerford
- Matthew Rodrigues
- Alicia Roman
- Allison Rosati
- Pete Sack
- Lexi Sutter
- LeeAnn Trotter