Evelyn Taft is a well-known Russian-American meteorologist and news anchor, currently working for KCAL9 in Los Angeles. 

Evelyn news anchor is 40 years old, she was born on 24th August 1984, in San Francisco, and she has made a name for herself as one of Southern California’s top weather reporters. 

Her career began at KCOY-TV on California’s central coast before moving to larger markets like KRON 4 in the San Francisco Bay Area and eventually KCAL9. 

Along the way, she earned notable awards like the Golden Mike Award for Best Weather Segment and the National Weather Association Seal of Approval [1]

Evelyn’s love for travel has taken her around the world, and she’s fluent in Russian, Hebrew, and French, thanks to her multicultural upbringing and experiences abroad. Know more about it in her biography.

Evelyn Taft Wiki & Early Life

Evelyn Taft Wiki

Evelyn Taft was born in San Francisco and raised by Russian-Jewish immigrant parents. She traveled widely during her childhood, spending time in places like France, England, and Israel, which helped her become fluent in multiple languages, including Russian, Hebrew, and French​.

Full NameEvelyn Rachel Taft
ProfessionMeteorologist, Journalist, News Anchor, Director, Editor
Age40 years old
Date of Birth24 August 1984
NationalityAmerican
Zodiac/Sun SignVirgo
BirthplaceSan Francisco, California, USA
Current AddressLos Angeles, California, USA

Evelyn Taft Husband, Children

Evelyn married Ross Resnick, an entrepreneur, in 2011. The couple has two children, a daughter Elle Resnick, and a son Eli Maxwell

Relationship StatusMarried
Husband/BoyfriendHusband: Ross Resnick
Children Son: Eli Maxwell
Daughter: Elle Resnick 

Evelyn Taft Education

Evelyn graduated from the University of Southern California (USC) with a degree in Broadcast Journalism and Political Science. She later pursued meteorology at Mississippi State University earning a certificate to further her career as a weather forecaster.

SchoolMenlo High School
Alma MaterUniversity of Southern California and Mississippi State University
Highest QualificationDegree in Broadcast Journalism & Political Science, and Certificate in Meteorology

Evelyn Taft Career

Evelyn Taft news anchor began her career as a weather anchor at KCOY-TV and later worked at KRON 4 in San Francisco. In 2010, she joined KCAL9/CBS2 in Los Angeles, where she has since become a prominent meteorologist and news anchor.

YearRoleCompany Name
2006Weather Anchor, News Anchor, ReporterKCOY-TV (CBS affiliate), Santa Maria
2006-2008Weather Forecaster, ReporterKION-TV (CBS affiliate), Monterey
2008-2010Weather Anchor, ReporterKRON 4, San Francisco
2010-PresentMeteorologist, News Anchor, Editor, DirectorKCAL9/CBS2, Los Angeles

Awards

She has received several accolades, including the National Army Guard Appreciation Award for her work on “Military Minute” and the National Weather Association Seal of Approval for excellence in meteorology.

YearAwardReason/Category
2008National Army Guard Appreciation AwardFor her work on the “Military Minute” series
2010National Weather Association Seal of ApprovalFor excellence in meteorology and weather broadcasting
2010Golden Mike AwardBest Weather Segment

Evelyn Taft Net Worth, Salary

Evelyn Taft Meteorologist’s net worth is estimated to be around $1 million with an annual salary of around $150,000, primarily from her work in meteorology and broadcasting.

Net Worth in Dollars (Approx.)$1 million
Salary (Approx.)$150k

Evelyn Taft Height, Weight & Physical Stats

Evelyn Taft Height
HeightIn centimeters: 170 cm
In meters: 1.70 m
In feet & inches: 5 feet 7 inches
WeightIn kg: 57 kg
In lbs: 125 lbs
Body Measurements39-25-37
Hair ColourBlonde
Eye ColourBlue

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5 Interesting Facts About Evelyn Taft

  1. She is fluent in Russian, Hebrew, and French.
  2. She hosted her first TV show at the age of 16​.
  3. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she broadcasted weather reports from home.
  4. Evelyn is a passionate traveler, having explored multiple continents.
  5. Sailing and trying out LA’s gourmet food trucks are among her hobbies.

FAQs

What is the age of Evelyn Taft?

Evelyn Taft age is 40 years old. The journalist was born on 24th August 1984 in San Francisco, California, USA.

Is Evelyn Taft still married?

Yes, Evelyn Taft is still married to her husband Ross Resnick. The couple tied the knot in 2011 and have a happy family life​.

What channel is Evelyn Taft on?

She is a meteorologist on KCAL9 and CBS2 in Los Angeles​.

What time is Evelyn Taft on?

Taft can be seen on weeknights at 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. on KCAL9.

Where did Evelyn Taft go to college?

Evelyn news anchor attended the University of Southern California (USC) for her degree in Broadcast Journalism and Political Science and later earned a Certificate in Meteorology from Mississippi State University​.

How many kids does Evelyn Taft have?

Evelyn Taft journalist has two children, a daughter Elle Resnick, and a son Eli Maxwell. 

What is the height and weight of Evelyn Taft?

Taft’s height is approximately 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm), and her weight is around 57 kg (125 lbs).

What is the net worth of Evelyn Taft?

Evelyn Taft news anchor net worth is estimated to be around $1 million and her her annual income is approximately $150k.

Reference
  1. CBS NEWS