Last Updated on August 1, 2025 by Author
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Janice Allen Biography
Janice Allen is an African-American working in the field of journalism as an anchor for FOX 17 Morning News from 7 to 10 a.m. on weekdays on WXMI FOX 17. Since 2011, she has hosted the “Pay it Forward” franchise, which spotlights positive stories in West Michigan. She joined the station in 2010 and has served the station for more than a decade.
Janice Allen Height
Allen stands at a rough height of 5 feet and 6 inches.
Janice Allen Age
Allen is 42 years old. She was born on April 12, 1983, in Wheaton, Illinois, a western suburb of Chicago, United States of America. Allen annually celebrates her birthday on April 12th, as evident in her Instagram post on April 12, 2025, captioned “Cheers to 21×2 🥳 Thank you all for the birthday wishes. Feeling very grateful to celebrate with my Mom-my birthday twin-family and great friends 💕🎉.”
Personal Life
Janice Allen Relatives and Family
Though originally from Wheaton, Illinois, a western suburb of Chicago, Allen spent part of her childhood in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, and Upstate New York. Also, she has a younger sister. Her mom celebrates her birthday on the 10th of April annually. Even so, she keeps information regarding her family and relatives away from the public eye. However, we will update this information once it’s publicly available.
Janice Allen Spouse and Children
Allen tied the knot with her husband on 16th April 2016. They have a daughter named Jolie Faith. Jolie was born on 16th July 2022 and is 3 years old. Her husband annually celebrates her birthday on the 10th March. Additionally, she has a Dudley lab dubbed Ivy and Jersie. When she is not working, she loves binge-watching crime TV, traveling, and spending time with her husband and daughter.
Is Janice Allen Pregnant?
Allen was pregnant in 2022 and gave birth to her daughter, Jolie in July 2022.
Janice Allen Education
Allen received her high school diploma before enrolling at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois. Later, she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Broadcast Journalism and Communication Studies.
Professional Life
Janice Allen Career
Allen works as an anchor for FOX 17 Morning News from 7 to 10 a.m. on weekdays on WXMI FOX 17. Since 2011, she has hosted the “Pay it Forward” franchise, which spotlights positive stories in West Michigan. She has always enjoyed telling stories, meeting new people, and keeping up with current affairs. Before coming to WXMI in 2010, she worked in Fort Wayne.
Allen started her TV career two weeks after graduating from college, taking up a reporting position in Terre Haute, Indiana. She has received recognition from organizations like the Michigan Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, Indiana Broadcasters Association, Indiana Associated Press, and Society of Professional Journalists.
Besides her on-screen work, Allen has worked with various community organizations such as March of Dimes, 70×7 Life Recovery, and Make-A-Wish Michigan. She sits on the board of a nonprofit devoted to aiding children with special needs, Lori’s Voice.
Janice Allen Net Worth
Allen has garnered a net worth ranging from $1 million to $6 million during his successful career as an anchor.
Janice Allen Salary
Allen receives an approximate annual salary of $110, 000 as an anchor for WXMI FOX 17.
Janice Allen Social Media
Allen has active social media platforms, i.e., Facebook, X(fromerly Twitter), and Instagram. She has a following of over 9K on Facebook, over 1.6K on Instagram, and over 1.8K on X.
