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Laurel Blanchard Biography
Laurel Blanchard is an American working in the field of meteorology as a meteorologist for FOX 35 Orlando. She joined the FOX 35 Storm Team in July 2024, after spending 2 years as a meteorologist at WJHL in Johnson City, Tennessee.
Laurel Blanchard Height
Blanchard stands at a rough height of 5 feet and 6 inches.
Laurel Blanchard Age
Blanchard is 26 years old. She was born on January 22, 2000, in the United States. Blanchard annually celebrates her birthday on January 22nd. On January 22, 2026, she posted a photo of herself holding a birthday cake on her Facebook account, captioning, “Sunshine, smiles, and one sweet celebration! ☀️🎂Thank you for all the birthday wishes today! Here’s to 26! 🥳.”
Personal Life
Laurel Blanchard Relatives and Family
Blanchard was born to Colleen Sullivan and Ron Blanchard. They raised her alongside her sister, Lyla. She seems to have a close relationship with her parents, having wished them a Happy Mother’s and Father’s Day via Facebook posts in 2026. Ron studied at Silver Lake Regional High School and Pratt Institute. Since June 2025, Colleen has worked as a real estate consultant at ELITE Realty Advisors. Before that, she was a realtor at Costantino Realty Group – Jack Conway.
Lyla was born on February 5, 2003, and is 23 years old. On February 5, 2026, Colleen posted Lyla on her Facebook account, captioning, “Happy 23rd Birthday Lyla🎂💕🎉🥂!!!! You continue to AMAZE me with your determination, enthusiasm, hardwork and dedication you put in everything you do!”
Laurel Blanchard Spouse and Children
Blanchard manages to keep her marital and relationship status private; thus, it’s unknown if she is in any relationship. She spends her time outside the newsroom adoring her rescue dog, “Honey.” She also loves local theater, watching movies, crocheting, and trying new restaurants and coffee shops.
Laurel Blanchard Education
Blanchard received her high school diploma before enrolling at Millersville University of Pennsylvania in August 2018. In May 2022, she graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Meteorology with a concentration in Broadcast and minors in Mathematics and Emergency Management.
While in college, she was involved with the Honors College Student Association, MU-TV, Weather Watch, and the International Association of Emergency Managers. She was also the president of the school’s chapter of the American Meteorological Society. Moreover, she interned with Chief Meteorologist Brian Walder and his team at WEEK in Peoria, Illinois.
Professional Life
Laurel Blanchard Career
Blanchard works as a meteorologist for FOX 35 Orlando. Her forecasts air on weekday evenings at 8 p.m. and weekend evenings at 5 and 10 p.m. Her meteorology journey started during her childhood in Abington, Massachusetts. She used to share morning weather reports with her great-grandfather, sparking her lifelong passion for weather.
Before her tenure in Orlando, Blanchard served WJHL in Johnson City, Tennessee. There, she provided coverage for dozens of severe weather events. Also, she taught meteorology classes at Tusculum University’s Upward Bound Summer Academy.
Laurel Blanchard Net Worth
Blanchard has garnered a net worth ranging from $1 million to $6 million during her successful career as a meteorologist.
Laurel Blanchard Salary
Blanchard receives an approximate annual salary of $110 000, which she earns working as a meteorologist for FOX 35 Orlando.
Laurel Blanchard Social Media
Blanchard has active social media platforms, i.e., Facebook, X(previously Twitter), and Instagram. She has a following of over 8K on Facebook, a following of over 2.9K on Instagram, and a following of over 1.5K on X.