| Personal Information Summary | |
|---|---|
| Name | Zachary Kiesch |
| Zachary Kiesch Sister | Logan Kiesch |
| Mother / Mom | Carol Kiesch (Adopted) |
| Age / How old / Birthday / Date of Birth / DOB | As of 2025, he is around 40 years old. |
| Wedding & Marriage / Wife / Spouse / Partner / Dating | Currently not married, possibly single. Check the full bio for relationship details. |
| Where did Zachary Kiesch play football? | Zachary played defensive end for the Ohio Bobcats in 2005. |
| Children / No. of Kids | None |
| Ethnicity / Origin / Heritage / Race | Black |
| Nationality | American |
Wiki Biography / Profile Background
Introduction :
- Zachary Kieésch is a popular broadcaster with a talent for reporting on topics related to race, class, community, and culture.
- Believing that the street corner provides the voice of the people, Zachary has carved a niche for himself as the journalist that builds relationships at the grassroots level to find stories that would otherwise go untold.
- Highly regarded as a good storyteller, he has an ever-growing army of fans not just for his work but also for his style.
Personal Life, Parents and Family Details :
- African-American Zachary was born in Delano, Minnesota, and adopted as a child by teacher parents Manfred (father) and Carol Kiesch (mother).
- He has not given many interviews about his personal life, but it is known that he now lives in New York.
Early Life and Education :
- Zachary attributes the foundation of who he is to the values and challenges he faced while growing up. In his community, he confronted many challenges regarding race and identity.
- Educated at Delano, Zachary is grateful for the teachers that helped him. He also remembers that his mother taught him how to be a good communicator from an early age.
- His early dream was to be a football player, but that dream fizzled out due to injury which cost him an athletic scholarship at Baylor University.
- Zachary attended Ohio University, from where he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism and Sports Management in 2006.
Career, Income, Salary and Net Worth :
- Following his graduation, Zachary started working for the college baseball team Southern Ohio Copperheads as Director of Media and Public Relations.
- For two months in 2007, Zachary was a consultant Multi-media Instructor (Freedom, Forum Diversity Unit) at Vanderbilt University.
- Zachary’s first job in television was as a reporter and sports anchor in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands for CBS affiliate News 2.
- In September 2010, he joined NBC Universal as editor on The Today show for a 5 month period.
- Fox 5 New York was the next step in his career where he was a reporter.
- Since January 2018, he has been a correspondent for ABC News in New York
- During his career, Zachary has reported extensively on criminal justice reform, education and housing as well as civil rights protests.
- His, report on the aftermath of Freddie Gray’s death in Baltimore and regarding the communities of color and the police rewarded him with an Emmy nomination.
Interesting Facts and Trivia :
- While at university, Zachary played for the Ohio Bobcats football team.
- When not working he is an avid reader and particularly enjoys books discussing the history of race in America.
- He is a supporter of the Kresge Foundation and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation which help to expand opportunities for individuals in America’s cities.
- He is big fan of the music artist ‘Prince’.
- He is not married but states that love is his religion.
Body Figure / Physical Info
Zachary Kiesch Measurements :
- How tall / Height : No confirmed information is available.
- Feet / Legs / Boots / Shoe Size : No confirmed information is available.
- Weight Loss : A few Google queries regarding this, but we couldn’t find anything conclusive on any of her social media.
Where is Zachery? Have I missed some broadcasts? I am an avid news groupie, and miss my dude. I admire Zachery along with David Muir, Whit Johnson and Dan Abrams. I also enjoy the ladies, especially Gonger Zee.
Zachary made a huge blunder when reporting on Mamie Till. Her name is pronounced Mayme, not Mammie…he should know better!
I find Zachary to be very intelligent and one who presents his report in such a compassionate and knowledgeable manner. We need more people like him.
I loved Zachary Kiesch from the very first time I laid eyes on him. He keeps your interest as he reports on his stories. No matter the subject he gives you the cold hard facts with sincerity. I only wish I was younger because he’s very handsome as well. Continued success in everything you do.
Zachary was not adopted by a same-sex couple. Although that would be fine, he was adopted by Manny and Carol Kiesch, both of whom were teachers.
It has been our privilege to become your parents’ friends, growing up in Wisconsin in a 14-mile triangle, but never meeting until we moved to Florida to be with them. I know you prefer “Zachary” rather than “Zach” and love to watch you whenever we get to see you. We record all the ABC news shows and are constantly looking for your informed reports. Keep up the splendid work.
Ronn & Cindy Campbell.
I like the way you bring the issues that you talk about to the viewers to light, so that they understand what is going on. You’re a compassion, caring, and an totally adorable person.
I am a 72 year old grandmother who watches only ABC news. My favorite newcasters are David Muir and Zachary Kiesch. Zachary is such a good story teller, no matter how negative the story. Both gentlemen convey compassion, concern and a high level of intelligence.
Please forward my comments to them.
Jane Mesiano
Pittsburgh, Pa.
Zachary, you’re a hot hunkatunk…
Zachary is such an awesome reporter. He works very hard on the stories that he brings to us. Seems very down-to-earth and genuine. He is also very easy on the eyes if you know what I mean…
I love Zachary Kiesch,
I think he if FINE. #blushing. Keep doing what you are doing Zack. I’ll be watching.
I’m an avid ABC Morning News Watcher. Over the past years I watched Zachary grow and become a phenomenal reporter! You can feel his warmth in every broadcas. I wish him nothing but success ABC is lucky to have him!
I watch Zachary on GMA and ABC Nightly News with David Muir. They both come off as caring and compassionate. Awesome presentation. They hold your undivided attention from start to finish. Very easy on the eyes!!!