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David Molko KGW TV Bio, Wiki, Salary, Net Worth, Age, Family, Kids, and Partner

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David Molko Bio

David Molko is a renowned American 5x Emmy Award-winning journalist working as a weekday evening news anchor for KGW TV in Portland, OR. He joined the station in January 2022 after previously working as a freelance and senior reporter at CTV News in Vancouver, Canada (from October 2016 to January 2022). In his 20 years of experience on international, national, and local platforms, Molko has received several awards including five Emmy Awards, multiple Regional Edward Murrow Awards, three Jack Webster Awards (2020 and 2021), and an RTDNA Canada National Award (2019)

David Molko
David Molko

How Old is David Molko?

Molko was born in the United States. Unfortunately, he has not mentioned his date, month, or birth year to the public; therefore, details regarding his age and when he celebrates his birthday are presently unavailable. However, further information will be updated when available.

David Molko Education Background

Molko attended Columbia University, where he pursued a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Political Science. He is also a graduate of the University of Auckland and holds U.S. and Canadian Citizenship, speaks French, and has studied Arabic & Japanese.

David Molko Career Experience

Molko serves as the chief evening anchor at KGW-TV in Portland, Oregon. He anchors the weekday newscasts at 5, 6, and 11 p.m., as well as streaming news on KGW+ at 5:30 p.m. He also leads special coverage such as political debates and election nights, and serves as a field anchor for major breaking news and community milestones, e.g., the Alaska 1282 door plug blowout and new airport opening.

Beyond anchoring, Molko is a prominent voice in KGW’s “Talk About It” PSA campaign, which encourages people struggling with mental wellness to seek help. He also co-founded the KGW Mentoring Program, a station first to help colleagues with growth and development. Before joining KGW TV in January 2022, Molko spent five years (from October 2016 to January 2022) working as a freelance and senior reporter at CTV News in Vancouver, Canada. In these roles, Molko covered major stories, including the catastrophic 2021 British Columbia floods, and investigated an unlicensed daycare where a 16-month-old boy died, which had been investigated 4 times, and as a result, there were regulatory changes. This coverage, alongside his coverage of the 2021 BC floods, won him a Regional Edward Murrow award.

Prior to his stay in the United States, Molko worked at CNN’s Asia Pacific headquarters in Hong Kong. Here, he worked as a senior producer and reporter on several major breaking news events, including the death of Singapore’s Lee Kuan Yew, the disappearance of MH370, the Hong Kong pro-democracy protests, and the crash of Air Asia 8501. In addition to his on-air roles, Molko also trained journalists on the ground in Mongolia, Indonesia, and Thailand. Early in his career, Molko worked as a Senior Producer at CNN Intl headquarters in Atlanta (from October 2008 to September 2013) and as a CBS News writer and producer (from 2006 to 2008).

At KGW TV, Sample works alongside the following:

  1. Christine Pitawanich
  2. Chynna Greene
  3. Blair Best
  4. Stephanie Domurat
  5. Tim Gordon
  6. Orlando Sanchez
  7. Matt Zaffino
  8. Rod Hill
  9. Chris McGinness
  10. Laural Porter
  11. Joe Raineri
  12. John Adams
  13. Libby Dowsett
  14. Meet Lacey

David Molko Height

Molko has an approximate height of 5 feet and 11 inches, equal to 180 cm.

Who Is David Molko’s Wife?

Molko has maintained a low profile concerning his marital status; it is unclear whether he is in a relationship, engaged, or even married. However, specifics about his relationship are currently limited to general knowledge.

Who Are David Molko’s Parents and Siblings?

Molko was born and raised in the United States, but he has not disclosed detailed information concerning his parents and siblings. Therefore, details about his family are presently inaccessible for the time being.

David Molko Kids

Molko has maintained a low profile regarding his children; however, it is still uncertain whether he has children. He prefers to keep his personal life away from the limelight. However, detailed information will be provided upon availability.

How Much Does David Molko Earn?

Molko has an average salary range of between $30,000 and $80,000 from working as a weekday evening news anchor.

David Molko’s Net Worth

Molko has an estimated net worth of $1 million to $5 million, reflecting his successful career in the media industry. His foremost source of income is mainly associated with working as a news anchor/reporter.

David Molko’s Social Media Accounts

Molko frequently uses social media sites where he interacts and connects with his followers by sharing information about his professional and personal encounters. Some of his platforms include Twitter @molkoreports with more than 4.5k followers, and Instagram @molkoreports with more than 880 followers.

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