Last Updated on August 10, 2025 by Author
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Ashlee Wilson Biography
Ashlee Wilson is an American working in the field of journalism as a morning show host of WNKY News 40 Sunrise. In this role, she appears on weekday mornings at 6 a.m. on SOKY Sunrise. She came to Bowling Green in the spring of 2022. Additionally, she works as an assistant genral manager at Bowling Green Hot Rods.
Ashlee Wilson Height
Wilson stands at a rough height of 5 feet and 6 inches.
Ashlee Wilson Age
Wilson is 38 years old. She was born on October 29, 1986, in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Wilson annually celebrates her birthday on October 29th. On October 30, 2018, she captioned her Instagram post, “Day One – I don’t know about you, but I’m feelin’ 32. What a wonderful and full birthday I had yesterday (and weekend)…At the beginning of this new year of mine around the sun…And as my dad would say, “I think 32 is going to be a GOOD year.” I think so, too. ♥️.”
Personal Life
Ashlee Wilson Relatives and Family
Wilson was raised in Bowling Green, Kentucky, by Jane Goodin and Steve Wilson. On January 1, 2025, she wished her father a happy birthday. On February 19, 2021, she wished her mother a happy birthday via her Instagram account. Her parents, Jane and Steve, got married in August 1981, as suggested by Wilson’s Instagram post on August 23, 2021, where she wished them a happy 40th anniversary. She has three sisters, including Anne Taylor, Grace, and Madeline. On September 26, 2023, Jane posted a photo of them together on her IG and captioned “Happy Daughters’ Day to my 4 beautiful daughters! I am so blessed!”
Anne got married to Kyle Peterson in September 2017. They have a son named Emmet. Anne was born on May 28, 1989, and is 36 years old. Wilson wished her a happy 30th birthday via an Instagram post on May 28, 2019.
Emmet was born on August 15, 2020, and is 4 years old. Wilson posted him on her Instagram account on August 16, 2021, and captioned, “I cannot believe it’s been one whole year. Yesterday, we celebrated our favorite little guy’s first full trip around the sun….Happy First Birthday to my perfect nephew and Godson – Aunt She She loves you, Emmett! 🤍.”
Grace was born on January 31, 1998, and is 27 years old. Jane posted a photo of them on her IG account and captioned “Happy 25th Birthday to my daughter, Grace! She is beautiful, inside…May 2023 be your best year yet!”
Madeline was born on November 19, 1999, and is 25 years old. On November 19, 2020, she posted Madeline on her Instagram account and captioned “May I have your attention please….Baby Madeline is 21🎂🍾🍸🍷🥂🍹 🎉 I repeat…” She is a WKU alum and history teacher. On December 10, 2022, Wilson congratulated Madeline via an Instagram post captioned “I can’t believe the day has come, but the baby of the Wilson clan has officially graduated (with honors!) from WKU. Congratulations @madeline…”
Ashlee Wilson Spouse and Children
Wilson tied the knot with Shawn Quinn on December 28, 2024, at The Capitol Theater in Bowling Green. They had their honeymoon at Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya. The couple met at the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce program, where he was a chaperone for students and she was representing the Bowling Green Hot Rods.
After bonding over their shared love of theatre, they developed a friendship, which evolved into a romantic relationship. Shwan began proposing on March 1, 2024, with puzzle pieces. He popped the big question on April 5, 2025, after the opening night for the Bowling Green Hot Rods Season, featuring video messages from her family and friends on the video board at the ballpark, culminating in a fireworks display. They live in Bowling Green, Kentucky, with their blended family of three children, including Mallory, Alex, and Davis. Shawn works as a social studies teacher at Bowling Green City Schools. On February 10, 2025, she wished him a happy birthday via her Instagram account.
Before Shawn, Wilson was in a relationship with Christopher Amico. On March 13, 2018, she posted a collage of them on her Instagram account and captioned “I can’t let the day go by without recognizing this stud of mine on his big 3-0! Happy Birthday, Christopher! Can’t wait to celebrate with you ❤️”
Ashlee Wilson Wedding
Wilson got married to Shawn Quinn on December 28, 2024, at The Capitol Theater in Bowling Green. Inspired by theatrical and Art Deco styles, the ceremony featured Wilson in a light ivory gown embellished with pearls and crystal sequins, with draped pearl cap sleeves and a full tulle skirt and long train from The White Room in Lebanon, Tennessee. On the other hand, her bridesmaids wore emerald green and carried bouquets of magenta and red flowers. They held their reception at the ThreeThirtyOne venue, featuring the entertainment of Nashville ‘90s cover band “My So-Called Band.” Moreover, the couple shared their first dance to Etta James’ “A Sunday Kind of Love.”
Ashlee Wilson Education
Wilson received her high school diploma before enrolling at Western Kentucky University in 2005. In 2009, she graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Performing Arts-Musical Theatre. While in college, she was involved with the Alpha Omicron Pi and the Alpha Psi Omega. She also worked as a development assistant for WKU Public Broadcasting.
Professional Life
Ashlee Wilson Career
Wilson works as a morning show host of WNKY News 40 Sunrise. In this role, she appears on weekday mornings at 6 a.m. on SOKY Sunrise. Additionally, she works as an assistant genral manager at Bowling Green Hot Rods. Recently, she was mentioned in Bowling Green’s 40 Under 40.
Besides her work on screen, she serves in different roles with different organizations in South Central Kentucky, including the Center for Courageous Kids, the American Marketing Association of Bowling Green, United Way, the Down Syndrome of South Central Kentucky, and Kids on the Block.
After graduating from college, Wilson relocated to New York City to start a career in the entertainment industry. Later, she returned to Bowling Green and began working for the Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center and the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce. Following her time there, she joined WNKY News 40 Sunrise as the original social media and trending reporter before stepping away briefly and rejoining the station in the spring of 2022.
Ashlee Wilson Net Worth
Wilson has garnered a net worth ranging from $1 million to $6 million during her successful journalism career.
Ashlee Wilson Salary
Wilson receives an approximate annual salary of $110, 000 as a morning show host of WNKY News 40 Sunrise.
Ashlee Wilson Social Media
Wilson has active social media platforms, i.e., Facebook, Instagram, and X( formerly Twitter). She has a following of over 3K on Facebook, over 1.2K on Instagram, and over 300 on X.
Ashlee Wilson WNKY
At WNKY, Wilson works with her fellow journalist and meteorologist:
- Morgan Hoover
- Tommy Modeszto
- Michael Ridgeway
- Meghann Stamps
- Scott Burchett
- Darius Mack
- Patrick Carey
- Maxwell Trink
