Robin Baumgarten Biography

Robin Baumgarten, a three-time Emmy Award winner, is recognized for her role as a news anchor on WGN-TV’s morning news in Chicago. She began her career with WGN in 1996 as an airborne traffic reporter and eventually became the primary anchor for the morning news segment from 6 to 10 am. A graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with a background in broadcast journalism, Baumgarten has also freelanced as a reporter for ABC Sports. Hailing from Burbank, Chicago, she is celebrated for her engaging personality and commitment to reporting on distinctive stories from Chicago and the South Side.

Robin Baumgarten’s age and birthday

Baumgarten was born on November 7, 1963, in Burbank, Illinois, and her zodiac sign is Scorpio.

Robin Baumgarten height and weight

Baumgarten stands around 5 feet 5 inches tall (165 cm).

Robin Baumgarten educational background

Baumgarten earned her degree in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Robin Baumgarten spouse and children

Baumgarten was formerly married to Matt Piacente, a vice president at WVIT-TV. They have two daughters: Anna, born on July 5, 2002, and Mary, born on July 22, 2004. Robin is currently divorced and single.

Robin Baumgarten’s parents and siblings

Baumgarten was born to Dolores and Gary Baumgarten and has one sister, Becky Baumgarten Weslow.

Robin Baumgarten career

Baumgarten started her career at Shadow Broadcast Services before joining WGN-TV in 1996 as an airborne traffic and transportation reporter. She also gained experience as a news, sports, and traffic reporter on the Jonathan Brandmeier Show at WLUP Radio and spent a year as a freelance traffic correspondent for ABC Sports.

In 2004, when WGN Morning News expanded to a four-hour format, Baumgarten became the solo anchor for the 5 a.m. segment. She later took on the role of main anchor for the morning news from 5:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. Baumgarten has received two Emmy Awards for her work, including recognition for her coverage of the Bulls Championship Rally in 1997 and for Individual Excellence in Camera in 2002.

Robin net worth and salary

Baumgarten’s net worth is between $1 million and $5 million, with an annual salary ranging from $40,000 to $110,500.

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