Last Updated on January 13, 2026 by Author
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Joe Vigil Biography
Joe Vigil is an American working in the field of journalism as an anchor and reporter for KVVU FOX 5 Las Vegas. He came to sunny and warm Las Vegas from Anchorage, Alaska, where he served KTVA 11 News.
Joe Vigil Height
Vigil stands at a rough height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
Joe Vigil Age
Vigil was born on August 1st, but keeps his year of birth away from the limelight; thus, his exact age is unknown. He celebrates his birthday on August 1st. On August 9, 2020, he wrote on his Facebook account, “…My birthday was August first. Yesterday was our first time riding…”
Personal Life
Joe Vigil Relatives and Family
Vigil was raised with his brother, but keeps more information regarding his family and relatives away from the public eye. However, we will update this information once it’s available to the public.
Joe Vigil Spouse and Children
Vigil tied the knot with Mary Ann. On October 6, 2021, he posted his wife on his Facebook account and captioned “Happy birthday sweets!” The couple has two children, including a daughter named Chloe and a son named Carter.
Carter was born on March 15, 2009, and is 16 years old. On March 15, 2016, he posted on his Facebook account and captioned “Random post. Can’t sleep, so I’m examining these bad boys! Vintage Star Wars 1970’s figurines I bought today. Giving them to my son for his 7th birthday today. I hope he doesn’t actually play with them!”
Chloe was born in 2012 and is 14 years old. She represented Henderson at the big Notah Begay III Junior National Championship in Louisiana. During his free time, he is an avid relationship. Even though he has been golfing for decades, both of his kids can now beat him.
Professional Life
Joe Vigil Career
He comes to sunny and warm Las Vegas from Anchorage, Alaska, where he served KTVA 11 News. Additionally, he looks forward to biking and hiking trails around Las Vegas and golf courses. He has worked in the TV news industry for over 3 decades, launching his career in Iowa in 1991 when the Persian Gulf War broke out.
Vigil, a three-time Emmy award winner, has served at TV newsrooms in Lawton, Lubbock, and Albuquerque, where he spent much of his career. During his tenure in New Mexico, he provided coverage for dozens of wildfires, including the devastating Cerro Grande Fire in Los Alamos that destroyed numerous homes. Moreover, he won many reporting awards during his time there.
Following 16 years of working in New Mexico, Vigil moved to Alaska. In Alaska, he worked as a primary anchor and reporter for KTVA 11 News. There, he was part of the team that broadcast November 2018’s 7.1 magnitude earthquake that devastated businesses, homes, and the KTVA newsroom. Even though the newsroom had cameras knocked over, shattered glass, and leaking water from damaged water pipes, they continued their operations as they reported crucial information about the earthquake to Alaskans. KTLA won two Regional Emmy Awards for its coverage. He and his colleagues were recognized with an Emmy for the 30-minute special on “The Last Frontier Honor Flight.”
Vigil went to Washington, D.C., with Alaska WWII, Vietnam, and Korean War veterans to tour their war memorials. He felt privileged to be among those who put their lives on the line with hesitation for freedom and is forever grateful to those who serve.
Joe Vigil Net Worth
Vigil has garnered a net worth ranging from $1 million to $6 million during his successful career as a journalist.
Joe Vigil Salary
Vigil receives an approximate annual salary of $110 000, which he earns working as an anchor and reporter for KVVU FOX 5 Las Vegas.
Joe Vigil Social Media
Vigil has active social media platforms, i.e., Facebook, X(previously Twitter), and Instagram. He has a following of over 6K on Facebook, a following of over 900 on Instagram, and a following of over 7.5K on X.
