Last Updated on April 10, 2026 by Author
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Cassandra McShepard Biography
Cassandra McShepard is an African-American working in the field of journalism as a correspondent of “Milwaukee Tonight” weeknights at 6:30 p.m. on TMJ4 News. She joined TMJ4 News after hosting REAL MILWAUKEE on WITI FOX 6.
Cassandra McShepard Height
McShepard stands at a rough height of 5 feet and 6 inches.
Cassandra McShepard Age
McShepard keeps her birthdate and year away from the limelight; thus, it is unknown when McShepard celebrates her birthday. Nonetheless, we will update this information once available.
Personal Life
Cassandra McShepard Relatives and Family
McShepard was raised in Milwaukee with her sister and brother. Her brother passed away from kidney cancer. Her brother was diagnosed with the disease in 1998 when her mother was simultaneously diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease, who later passed away in 2009. Regardless, she keeps more information regarding her family and relatives away from the public eye. However, we will update this information once it’s available to the public.
Cassandra McShepard Spouse and Children
McShepard manages to keep her marital and relationship status private; thus, it’s unknown if she is in any relationship. Nonetheless, we will update this information when details regarding it are available to the public.
Cassandra McShepard Education
McShepard received her diploma from Custer High School in 1977.
Professional Life
Cassandra McShepard Career
McShepard works as a correspondent of “Milwaukee Tonight” weeknights at 6:30 p.m., showcasing the hidden gems of Milwaukee. She looks forward to being on the TMJ4 team and going into the community to share people’s stories. She knows that the region has wonderful people doing amazing things as a former co-host of REAL MILWAUKEE.
Before her television career, McShepard was an innovative fashion designer, creating one-of-a-kind garments for entertainers. In this capacity, her client list included Loose Ends, Abbey Lincoln, Glenn Jones, Nancy Wilson, Allison Williams, Cherelle, The Whispers, The Manhattans, Frankie Beverly and Maze, journalist Soledad O’Brien, and singer/actress Phyllis Hyman.
Aside from her work on screen, McShepard is a writer, motivational speaker, jazz vocalist, and radio personality. Additionally, she has been the spokesperson for The Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Institute and was on the board of directors for Milwaukee Health Services. Moreover, she sat on the Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Community Advisory Board. The Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Association honored her with its Caregiver of the Year Award in 2010.
The United States Postal Service honored her with its Women Putting Their Stamp on Metro Milwaukee Award in 2012. That same year, she was nominated for The Shepherd Express Awards in the categories of “Female Vocalist of the Year” and “Jazz Artist of the Year.” She has pursued ways to express herself more creatively, starring in two plays; “If He Won’t Love, I Will” in 2019 and “Only God Can Judge Me” in 2020.
Cassandra McShepard Net Worth
McShepard has garnered a net worth ranging from $1 million to $6 million during her successful career as a journalist.
Cassandra McShepard Salary
McShepard receives an approximate annual salary of $110 000, which she earns working as a host for TMJ4 News.
Cassandra McShepard Social Media
McShepard has active social media platforms, i.e., Facebook and X(previously Twitter). She has a following of over 7K on Facebook and a following of over 400 on X.
