Jim Berry BIO
Jim Berry is an American Award-winning journalist working at CBS News Miami as an anchor. He co-anchors the network newscasts at 5:30 pm, and 9 pm on TV 33/WBFS-TV. However, he joined WFOR-TV in August 1996 as the station’s sports director.
How Old is Jim Berry?
As of 2024, Berry is 69 years old. He was born in 1955 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. However, details on the date and birth month are currently unavailable, therefore, it is out of our knowledge when he celebrates his birthday
Education Background
Berry attended Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in 1977 which has inducted him into its Hall of Achievement. In addition, he is a member of the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity.
Jim Berry Career Experience
Berry has served as the morning news anchor for CBS News Miami, WFOR-TV since June 2008. He co-anchors the network newscasts at 5:30 pm, and 9 pm on TV 33/WBFS-TV. However, he joined WFOR-TV in August 1996 as the station’s sports director. Throughout his tenure at the network, he has also served as the co-host of the “Jim and Jade” morning show, and co-anchor of CBS4 This Morning.
Notably, Berry’s television career began in Charlotte, N.C. at WBTV where he started as a reporter trainee and was promoted to being a weekend anchor and reporter. He later moved to Washington, D.C. at WJLA-TV as a news reporter and anchor before moving to sports. Afterward, he proceeded to Miami at WSVN-TV and spent six years as the network’s main sports anchor. Moreover, he joined WBBM-TV in Chicago as a sports anchor in April 1994.
Berry has won five Emmy awards and is a three-time Best of Miami winner. In addition, he is an active member of the Silver Circle of Excellence in the Suncoast Chapter of the National Academy of Arts and Sciences for a distinguished journalism career. On the other hand, he provides instruction in sports and music and has been a regular motivational speaker who has supported numerous charities that offer mentorship. He is also a music lover, jazz in particular where he sometimes sings with his own band.
At CBS 4 he works alongside the following:
- Chelsea Jones
- Steven Goldstein
- Kim Bokamper
- Lissette Gonzalez
- Harry Cicma
- KC Sherman
- Cindy Preszler
- Betty Nguyen
- Eliott Rodriguez
- Mike Cugno
- Dave Warren
Jim Berry’s Height
Berry has an approximate height of 5 feet and 6 inches equal to 167.64 cm.
Who is Jim Berry’s wife?
Berry is happily married to Cheryl Annette Mattox, an American writer. Previously, she worked as a TV reporter, newspaper reporter, and journalism professor. She graduated from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University with bachelor’s and master’s degrees. However, the couple has been married for four decades and still counting since December 16, 1978. The two live in Palmetto Bay, Florida alongside their two children.
Who are Jim Berry’s parent and siblings?
Berry was born in Chicago, Illinois, United States to his parents. However, he has not disclosed any details about his parents and siblings to the public.
Jim Berry’s kids
Berry together with his beloved wife are proud parents of two children. Unfortunately, he has not revealed their names and also much information to the public, he prefers to be private on the issues of his family.
Salary
Berry has an average salary range of between $30,000 and $70,000.
Jim Berry’s Net Worth
Berry has an estimated net worth of $1 million to $5 million. His principal source of income is mainly associated with working as a journalist.
Jim Berry’s Social Media Accounts
Berry has several social media sites, such as Twitter @JimBerrymedia with more than 972 followers, Instagram jimberrymedia with more than 234 followers, and Facebook Jim Berry CBS News Miami with more than 628 followers.
Quick check about Jim Berry
- Age: 69 years old as of 2024
- Marital status: Married
- Spouse: Cheryl Annette Mattox
- Children: 2, unknown
- Nationality: American
- Net worth: A range of $1 million to $5 million.
- Salary: Estimated salary of $30,000 and $70,000.
- Height: 5 feet 6 inches
- Profession: Journalist
- Parents: Unknown
- Siblings: Unknown