Wikipedia Biography / Profile Background
Introduction :
- A smart, enthusiastic meteorologist and a hardcore pet lover, Ashley Dougherty was born on May 18, 1987, in Wampum, Pennsylvania.
- Viewers can catch her on WTAE Channel 4 Action News forecasting Pittsburgh’s weather report.
- Sensitive towards social causes, Ashley once participated in a charity competition & won a Dancing for a Cause title.
Personal Life : Parents, Family and Education
- Ashley is the youngest of three children in the family. She has two older brothers, Chris and Justin. Through her brothers, she is a fun-loving aunt to three nieces and godmother to one nephew.
- After completing high school from Mohawk High School, Dougherty pursued her graduation (Bachelor of Arts) in Communication from the private liberal arts college, Bethany College, in West Virginia.
- Ashley was a high achiever both in her school and college days. At Mohawk, she was one of the first female pole vaulters, part of the cheerleading squad, and co-captain of the junior high and varsity squads; At Bethany, she was honored and named to the College’s Communications and Media Arts “Wall of Fame.”
- She completed her Meteorology degree from Mississippi State University.
- In 2017, she shared her engagement pictures on her social media accounts so that her fans could have a look at her handsome man, Robert Daft. Bob proposed to her with a big ring in September 2017.
- The couple tied the knot in August 2018, a year after their engagement. The wedding ceremony, organized by Bumble Burgh Events, was held at Iron Mill Farmstead in Pittsburgh, PA.
- In June 2020, Ashley announced her pregnancy on Twitter (now called X) by stating that her pet dog ‘Bubba’ will be promoted to ‘Big Brother’ soon. She delivered a healthy baby boy named Hayden in December 2020. Ever since her child’s birth Ashley’s social media is filled with her kid’s photos.
- In August 2022 Ashley and her husband, Bobby, welcomed their second child, their daughter, Willow Marie.
Interesting Facts and Trivia :
- Ashley has a pet dog named Bubba, a cat Bella and always likes to spend time with them when at home. Ashley adopted Bubba from an animal shelter in Ohio.
- In her free time, she enjoys playing golf. In fact, Ashley’s first job was washing golf carts when she was just 13 years old. Moreover, she was the only girl on the boys’ golf team at her alma mater, Mohawk High School.
- Besides golf, she loves to spend quality time with family and friends.
- Well-known for her fashion sense, Ashley adores traveling, baking, and relaxing when not at work.
- She took the ice bucket challenge with Sally Wiggin as well to help raise money for the ALS Association.
- The good-looking Ashley was once the homecoming queen and finished in the Top 10 of the “Pennsylvania Scholarship Pageant.” She was a contestant in the Miss Pennsylvania USA pageant as well.
- Ashley had a small acting role in the 2009 Kristen Stewart starter movie Adventureland.
Professional Life and Career :
- Ashley began her on-air career as a Weekend Meteorologist in 2008 as a Meteorologist at WTRF in Wheeling, West Virginia.
- Starting in 2010, she worked as a freelance meteorologist for KDKA-TV for two years in Pittsburgh.
- Since 2012, she is associated with WTAE TV Channel 4 Action News & has worked as a Morning & Noon Meteorologist at Pittsburgh, PA. In a press statement, WTAE Chief Meteorologist Mike Harvey said, “She has years of experience forecasting weather in our region & her knowledge of local micro-climates makes Ashley a great addition to the team.”
- In 2013, for her accomplishments at work and involvement in the community and charitable deeds, she was selected as one of “Pittsburgh’s Finest.”
- Later, in 2014, she was voted as “Best Meteorologist” by Pittsburgh Magazine.
- Ashley has contributed as a production assistant/editor for an award-winning commentary The Point with Mark Hyman”. It was her first TV venture.
- A hardcore animal advocate, she spreads awareness among people regarding animal abuse and neglect. She rigorously works for animal welfare & has been involved with pet shelters, and makes efforts to provide permanent homes to dogs and cats.
Ashley Dougherty Salary and Net Worth :
- As per Salary(dot)com, the average median salary of a Meteorologist from Pittsburgh is $98,937 per year. The salaries are as high as $144,598 and as low as $55,931 annually. ZipRecruiter gives the average salary as $95,344/year, while the Indeed website mentions $79,182 annually for the same position.
- Drawing from this data, we get a rough estimate of Ashlee Dougherty’s salary. Based on her work experience, the number can be estimated to be slightly higher than the average figures mentioned above.
Body Figure / Physical Info
Ashley Dougherty Measurements :
- Eye Color : Brown
- Haircut / Hair Color : Blonde
- How tall / Height : No confirmed information is available.
- Feet / Legs / Boots / Shoe Size : No confirmed information is available.
- Pregnant? : In June 2020, she made the announcement that she is expecting a baby in December 2020.
- Ashley Dougherty Weight Loss : A few Google queries regarding this, but we couldn’t find anything conclusive on any of Ashley’s social media.
Personal / Home / Contact Details
- Ashley Dougherty Married? : Yes
- Children / No of Kids : 2
- Ethnicity / Origin / Heritage / Race : White
- Nationality : American
Is Mike the person who certifies the most accurate forecast?
I agree on the subject of Ashley’s clothing. Why can’t they wear normal clothes? I cringe every day watching the morning women wearing the tight, boring dresses every day. Look at the other stations for an example.
Dear Susan;
It’s October 2023. Are you still watching WTAE in the morning? The only women who complain about the way other women dress are women who could never look as good as who you are complaining about. The good news is, Ashley dresses extremely boring these days. As a matter of fact, someone said it best on Reddit when they said she dresses like an Amish mother these days.
Who is the certifier for the most certified accurate weather???
I have just learned about the death of Ashley and her husband baby Boston. I am deeply saddened by this. In God’s infinite power we never ask questions, this beautiful baby will be beside our King in paradise. I pray the peace of God for you and your extended family,
Is Ashley Dougherty pregnant?
I just adore this classy, professional, intelligent and sweet gal. She is stunningly beautiful and holds herself with dignity and self-respect. Never leave WTAE Ashley! I can always count on your forecasts to be dependable. Let us know when the little one arrives! May God continue to bless you and grace us with your presence.
LOVE ASHLEY DAUGHERTY VERY PROFESSIONAL. LOVE IT WHEN SHE REPORTS ‘THERE ARE A FEW SNOWFLAKES FLYING AROUND THIS MORNING’
Why do all the women wear the same style of dress? Ashley looks good in the form-fitting dress, the older women not so much their dresses are too tight and show every bulge they have, these women are not heavy but they have had a couple of kids. Your body changes the order you get.
They don’t have small waste anymore, they look terrible. That being said these women are very nice looking ladies, however, the dresses do not compliment them at all, they need a bigger size and or style. It is almost like the station makes them wear them. Please do the ladies a favor and have them wear something more age-appropriate. They more than likely could wear whatever they wanted for years, but not now…You will all look better.
I enjoy watching her breakdown of the days weather. Very calm demeanor. I was a member of Joe Denardo’s country club and he was a pain in the butt. Always complaining about the food and the employees. She is a breath of fresh air. Stay true to yourself young Ashley.
I watch Channel 4 news because I enjoy waking up to Ashley’s beautiful face and perky attitude every morning.
Ashley is gorgeous, she is why I watch WTAE. She is very professional and does a great job. WTAE has a winner!!
Jim
All of the women on WTAE morning news are great. They report the news with great personality but not in a silly way. Supporting animal protection is important to me. I have a dog named Ellie, my best friend.
She is absolutely gorgeous!. And classy. I like her because she supports animals rights.
I start my day with Alshley ever morning
Kelly Frey and Michelle Wright need to go!! 2 bimbos who are as fake as can be! Wright a total snob outside the newsroom and in public
My husband and I have not watch channel 4 News and especially enjoy watching the morning news with the great commeradery of everyone in the morning.