| Personal Information Summary | |
|---|---|
| Name | Joleen Chaney |
| Maiden Name | Not Known |
| Age / How old / Birthday / Date of Birth / DOB | July 18, 1981. As of 2024, she is around 43 years old. |
| Wedding & Marriage / Husband / Engaged / Partner | No confirmed information is available. |
| How much does Joleen Chaney make? | Joleen Chaney receives an estimated annual salary of between $20, 000- and $ 100, 000. |
| Children / No. of Kids | 2 |
| Ethnicity / Origin / Heritage / Race | White |
| Nationality | American |
Wiki Biography / Profile Background
Introduction :
Joleen Chaney is an American journalist and reporter. She works as the anchor at NBC-owned KFOR-TV NewsChannel4, Oklahoma’s favorite news channel.
Personal Life, Parents and Family Details :
- Joleen Chaney was born July 18, 1981, in Fairview, Oklahoma, & raised in Rush Springs, Oklahoma.
- Joleen has a brother.
- She first attended Rush Springs High School (class of 99) & later went to Cameron University in Lawton, Oklahoma, and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications.
- She is currently attending the Oklahoma City University School of Law, aiming to graduate as a Doctor of Law (Juris Doctor) in 2021.
- Joleen has two sons CJ & Cadon. Her younger son, Cadon, was born in 2004.
Career, Income, Salary and Net Worth :
- In June 2007, Joleen walked into KFOR-TV News 4’s offices and offered her services as an intern. By September of that year she was made an assignment editor, as well as a weekend writer.
- Post that, she became a morning anchor at CBS’ KAUZ-TV in Wichita Falls, Texas.
- In June 2008, she returned to KFOR TV and stayed until June 2014. She was the 10PM slot reporter, as well as the weekend anchor.
- In June 2014, Chaney switched over to KWTV News 9, where she remained for two years as a reporter and fill-in anchor.
- She returned once more to KFOR TV News 4 in June 2016. Currently, she is the main evening anchor at the 4, 6, and 10PM slots. She also produces and hosts special reports and various segment pieces.
Recognition and Awards :
- Joleen is recognized as a distinguished journalist: she was nominated for a Heartland Emmy, won an award from the Oklahoma Association of Broadcasters, and was part of KFOR TV’s Emmy winning team that covered the ravages left by the tornado that hit Moore, Oklahoma, in May 2013.
- The Associated Press and The Society of Professional Journalists also recognized her for her illustrious work on feature reporting, diversity reporting, and criminal justice reporting.
- In 2011, Joleen was also included in the ‘30 under 30 NextGen’ list created by ionOklahoma Magazine to celebrate excellence in career achievements by young Oklahomans.
Interesting Facts, Height and Trivia :
- Joleen is a sixth-generation Oklahoman.
- She traces her passion for storytelling back to when her mother used to tell her stories as a child.
- Joleen’s mother grew up on a California ranch, which also inspired her daughter’s love for horseback riding.
- She has been a good friend with fellow KFOR-TV anchor Emily Sutton since they were very young.
- She has a dog called Scout and is in the process of adopting a Goldendoodle puppy called Penny.
- Joleen’s main passion outside of work is running. She often participates in charity races, running, and cycling in events. She has represented both the American Diabetes Association and the Children’s Miracle Network.
- Joleen tends to run half marathons, but in April 2012, she completed a full marathon for the very first time when she ran in the Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon. She aspires to run a qualifying time for the Boston Marathon one day.
- She is aunt to a niece and a nephew.
Jolene,
My wife and myself, really love your new hair color! It gives you a “fantastic” look on TV. Great choice.
I think you are very talented and a great mother for taking care of them, as you do your job and school good luck with your job and your career I think you will go far with your great looks and talent.