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Ashley Kirklen Biography
Ashley Kirklen is an African-American working in the field of journalism as an anchor and reporter for WLWT News 5. Before joining the station in 2018, she worked at WGXA in Macon, Georgia, as a morning anchor and reporter.
Ashley Kirklen Height
Kirklen stands at a rough height of 5 feet and 6 inches.
Ashley Kirklen Age
Kirklen is 40 years old. She was born on October 20, 1985, in Gary, Indiana, United States. She annually celebrates her birthday on October 24th, as suggested by her Instagram post on October 20, 2024, captioned “Cheers to #39. 💕…”
Personal Life
Ashley Kirklen Relatives and Family
Kirklen was born to Jackeline and was raised in Indianapolis alongside her brothers, Christopher and Jamaal. Jackeline passed away at the age of 70.
Ashley Kirklen Spouse and Children
Kirklen manages to keep her marital and relationship status private; therefore, it is unknown if he is in any relationship. She enjoys helping and contributing to her community during her free time. She does this by supporting children’s initiative organisations, cancer research, and engages with the church community.
Ashley Kirklen Education
Kirklen received her high school diploma before enrolling at Indiana University. She later graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media.
Professional Life
Ashley Kirklen Career
Kirklen works as an anchor and reporter for WLWT News 5. He airs during the weekdays at 4 p.m., 5:30 p.m., and at 7 p.m. alongside Chris Jacob, on channel 5. Before joining the station, she worked at WGXA in Macon, Georgia, as a morning anchor and reporter. Before this, she worked at WLUC in Marquette, Michigan, as a multimedia journalist and reporter. She was a teacher in South Korea, teaching English to the students there as a second language.
Kirklen has covered various stories, including presidential elections, and has interviewed nominees and vice presidents. Her broad reporting includes coverage of major national and local events, ranging from Super Bowl LVI and the George Floyd protests to the Fifth Third Bank shooting in downtown Cincinnati.
Ashley Kirklen Net Worth
Kirklen has garnered a net worth ranging from $1 million to $6 million during her successful career as a journalist
Ashley Kirklen Salary
Kirklen receives an approximate annual salary of $110, 000, which she earns working as an anchor and reporter for WLWT News 5.
Ashley Kirklen Social Media
Kirklen has active social media platforms, i.e., Facebook, X(previously Twitter), and Instagram. She has a following of over 5.8K on Instagram and over 4.6K on X.