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Jeff Blanzy Biography
Jeff Blanzy is an American working in the field of journalism as a sports anchor for WMAQ NBC 5 Chicago. He is also a radio analyst on 670 The Score for DePaul University basketball. He came to Chicago in June 2016, after spending 11 years as the weekend sports anchor at the ABC affiliate there.
Jeff Blanzy Height
Blanzy stands at a rough height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
Jeff Blanzy Age
Blanzy keeps his birthdate and year away from the limelight; thus, it is unknown when Blanzy celebrates his birthday. Nonetheless, we will update this information once available.
Personal Life
Jeff Blanzy Relatives and Family
Blanzy 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.
Jeff Blanzy Spouse and Children
Blanzy manages to keep his marital and relationship status private; thus, it’s unknown if he is in any relationship. He enjoys spending time with his children, getting in as much golf as the weather in Chicago allows, traveling, hanging around the house, and cooking on the grill when he has time to spare.
Jeff Blanzy Education
Blanzy received his high school diploma before enrolling at Niagara University. He later graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications. There, he earned a scholarship to play basketball at Niagara. He also studied at the Specs Howard School of Broadcasting in Michigan, where he was later inducted into their Hall of Fame.
Professional Life
Jeff Blanzy Career
Blanzy works as a sports anchor for WMAQ NBC 5 Chicago. He is also a radio analyst on 670 The Score for DePaul University basketball. He launched his broadcasting career at the NBC affiliate in Lima, Ohio. There, he learned the ins and outs of the industry, handling anchoring duties in news, weather, and sports.
Following his time in Lima, he served as a sports director at the ABC affiliate in Toledo, Ohio. While in Toledo, Blanzy received a couple of Emmy nominations for his on-air work. He then relocated to Chicago, where he spent 11 years as the weekend sports anchor at the ABC affiliate there. He hopes that his sportscasts are informative and entertaining.
Jeff Blanzy Net Worth
Blanzy has garnered a net worth ranging from $1 million to $6 million during his successful career as a journalist.
Jeff Blanzy Salary
Blanzy receives an approximate annual salary of $110 000, which he earns working as a sports anchor for WMAQ NBC 5 Chicago.
Is Jeff Blanzy Still With WMAQ NBC 5 Chicago?
As of March 2026, Blanzy is still working for WMAQ NBC 5 Chicago as a sports anchor. He is also a radio analyst on 670 The Score for DePaul University basketball.
At WMAQ NBC 5 Chicago, Blanzy 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
Jeff Blanzy Social Media
Blanzy has active social media platforms, i.e., Facebook, X(previously Twitter), and Instagram. He has a following of over 700 on Facebook and a following of over 600 on X.