Last Updated on July 21, 2026 by Author
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Kelly Rippin Biography
Kelly Rippin is an American working in the field of journalism as a morning news anchor for WLWT News Channel 5. Before joining the station in 2019, she worked in Orlando, Florida, as a news reporter for Hearst Television.
Kelly Rippin Height
Rippi stands at a rough height of 5 feet and 6 inches.
Kelly Rippin Age
Rippin was born on November 14th, but has yet to reveal her birth year; thus, her age is unknown. She annually celebrates her birthday on November 14th, as suggested by her Facebook post on November 14, 2013, captioned “My very thoughtful baby nephew got me a $5 Starbucks gift card for my birthday!…”
Personal Life
Kelly Rippin Relatives and Family
Rippin was born to Rita and William. She was raised alongside her two siblings, Megan and Matt. Rita and William got married on August 18, 1973, as suggested by Kelly’s Facebook post on August 18, 2017, captioned “Happy 44th anniversary to my cutie parents…”
Kelly Rippin Spouse and Children | Husband
Rippin tied the knot with Brett on August 22, 2020, as suggested by her Facebook post on August 22, 2025, captioned “It’s our 5th anniversary today. ♥️…” The couple has two sons, Jordan and Ben. Ben was born on November 12, 2021, and is 4 years old. This is evident in her Facebook post on November 18, 2024, captioned “Our 3-year-old got a “big boy bike” for his birthday…” Jordan was born on March 13, 2023, and is 3 years old. This is evident in her Facebook post on March 13, 2026, captioned “Made a last-minute call to take the day off for my little man’s 3rd birthday….” The family has a dog called Penny. During her free time, she enjoys going outside, sporting events, running, trying out new food and spending time with her family.
Kelly Rippin Education
Rippin received her high school diploma before enrolling at Penn State University in 2006. In 2010, she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism and Public Relations.
Professional Life
Kelly Rippin Career
Rippin works as a morning news anchor for WLWT News Channel 5. Before joining the station, she worked in Orlando, Florida, as a news reporter for Hearst Television. She also worked at WZTV in Nashville, Tennessee, as a morning anchor and reporter. She has worked in Cincinnati, Ohio, as a reporter for WXIX. Her journalism career started at WBOY as a Monongalia and Preston County Reporter, and Weekend Anchor/Producer in Clarksburg, West Virginia. There, she covered breaking news and community-related topics while at Monongalia. While at Clarksburg, she produced and anchored the 6 and 7 p.m. newscast.
Kelly Rippin Net Worth
Rippin has garnered a net worth ranging from $1 million to $6 million during her successful career as a journalist
Kelly Rippin Salary
Rippin receives an approximate annual salary of $110, 000, which she earns working as a morning news anchor for WLWT News Channel 5.
Kelly Rippin Social Media
Rippin has active social media platforms, i.e., Facebook, X(previously Twitter), and Instagram. She has a following of over 38K on Facebook, over 8.3K on Instagram, and over 16K on X.
