Last Updated on June 26, 2026 by Author
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Jonathan Gonzalez Biography
Jonathan Gonzalez is a Costa Rican-American working in the field of journalism as a weekend evening co-anchor and weekday general assignment reporter for KNBC, NBC4 Los Angeles. He joined NBC4 in late 2016, after spending 2 years as an anchor and reporter for KUSA Channel 9 News, the NBC affiliate in Denver, Colorado.
Jonathan Gonzalez Height
Gonzalez stands at a rough height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
Jonathan Gonzalez Age
Gonzalez is 38 years old. He was born on July 25, 1987, in Burbank, California, United States. Gonzalez annually celebrates his birthday on July 25th. On July 25, 2019, he posted his birthday celebration on his Instagram account, captioning, “32 years old today and I’m grateful for so, so much…Here’s to another amazing year!”
Personal Life
Jonathan Gonzalez Relatives and Family
Gonzalez was born to Costa Rican immigrants in Burbank, California, where he was also raised. He is proud of his Latino heritage, 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.
Jonathan Gonzalez Spouse and Children
Gonzalez tied the knot with Maricela in January 2020. On January 1, 2026, he shared a video of them on his Instagram account, captioning, “6. Happy anniversary, my love <3 #nbcjr.” They began dating in March 2012, as revealed by his Instagram post on March 7, 2025, captioned, “13 years. Six moves across the country. Three beautiful kids. One amazing life together…Happy anniversary, my love...”
Gonzalez proposed to her on December 9, 2019. The couple has three children, including a son, Ari Joaquin, and two daughters, Veda Carolina and Aidy Luna. He lives with his wife and children in Los Angeles.
Ari was born on February 16, 2017, and is 9 years old. On February 17, 2021, he posted a photo of himself, Ari, and Maricela on his Instagram account, captioning, “Feb 16: the day that brought…into my life 9 years ago and the day that brought Ari into our lives 4 years ago…”
Veda was born on November 9, 2019, and is 6 years old. On November 9, 2021, he posted a photo of Veda on his Instagram account, captioning, “Happy 2nd birthday, Veda baby. You keep us on our toes, and we adore you for it…”
Aidy was born on January 5, 2022, weighing 8 lbs, 4oz, and is 4 years old. On January 5, 2026, he posted her birthday celebration on his Instagram account, captioning, “And just like that, our last toddler turns 4 🥲 Happy birthday, Aidy Luna 🌙.”
Maricela celebrates her birthday on September 4th, as revealed by his Instagram post on September 4, 2021, captioned, “Happiest of birthdays to my person. You’re my best friend in the world and the best mama to…” He enjoys playing the guitar and photography.
Jonathan Gonzalez Education
Gonzalez received his high school diploma before enrolling at College of the Canyons in 2008. He studied Multimedia Journalism there until 2011, when he transferred to California State University, Northridge. In 2013, he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Broadcast Journalism. While in college, he interned at CNBC (LA Bureau), KABC, and KNBC. He was also a stringer for the Los Angeles Times, where he covered local high school football games.
Professional Life
Jonathan Gonzalez Career
Gonzalez works as a weekend evening co-anchor and weekday general assignment reporter for KNBC, NBC4 Los Angeles. In this role, he co-anchors NBC4’s 5, 6, and 11 p.m. weekend evening newscasts and reports for the weekday 11 a.m. and 4, 5, and 6 p.m. newscasts.
Gonzalez came to Los Angeles from Denver, Colorado, where he reported and anchored for KUSA Channel 9 News, the region’s NBC affiliate. He launched his professional journalism career in his hometown of Bakersfield, California, as a reporter for KBAK/KBFX-TV.
Gonzalez has a curious disposition and a passion for telling stories, which have proven useful in his journalism career. Over the course of his career, he has received industry recognition for his news reports, including several Emmys, Edward R. Murrow, and Golden Mike Awards.
Gonzalez has provided coverage of prominent local stories with national appeal, including former President Obama’s first visit to Fresno, the 2016 Presidential Primary in Colorado, and California’s drought and its effect on the region.
Gonzalez hopes to give a voice to needy people. In this capacity, he covered a story about two families of Highlands Ranch, Colorado, who are connected by the trials of breast cancer. He also shed light on a Denver coffee shop that helps rehabilitate the homeless by giving them housing and jobs.
Jonathan Gonzalez Net Worth
Gonzalez has garnered a net worth ranging from $1 million to $6 million during his successful career as a journalist.
Jonathan Gonzalez Salary
Gonzalez receives an approximate annual salary of $110 000, which he earns working as a weekend evening co-anchor and weekday general assignment reporter for KNBC, NBC4 Los Angeles.
Jonathan Gonzalez Social Media
Gonzalez has active social media platforms, i.e., Facebook and Instagram. He has a following of over 1.5K on Facebook and a following of over 5K on Instagram.
