For nearly three decades, Kevin Frankish’s wink at the end of every broadcast became a quiet morning ritual for households across Southern Ontario.
Kevin Frankish is best known as the longtime co-host of Breakfast Television Toronto on Citytv, the show become the number one morning programme in Southern Ontario across his 27-year run.
He is a Canadian television presenter, media personality, and mental health advocate. He was born on March 4, 1964 (62 years old) at Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster, British Columbia.
Beyond the morning desk, Frankish anchored overnight CityPulse updates, later hosted on 105.9 The Region.
Kevin also received the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for his decades of community service, particularly with Easter Seals.
Quick Facts of Kevin Frankish
| Full Name | Kevin Earl Frankish |
| Profession | Television presenter, media personality, journalism professor, mental health advocate |
| Age | 62 years old |
| Date of Birth | March 4, 1964 |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Zodiac/Sun Sign | Pisces |
| Birthplace | New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada |
| Current Address | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Gender | Male |
Kevin Frankish Early Life and Education
Kevin Frankish was born at Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster, British Columbia, but he grew up in North Bay, Ontario, which he still calls his adopted hometown.
His early interest in broadcasting started while he was still in school, where he hosted a high school talk show on a local community cable station in North Bay.
Education
Frankish attended St. Joseph-Scollard Hall Catholic Secondary School in North Bay, Ontario.
In 1981, at the age of 17, he picked up a part-time job at CKNY-CHNB TV in North Bay as a weekend camera operator and reporter, even while he was still studying.
He went on to attend Canadore College, where he earned a diploma in Radio and Television Broadcasting, which laid the foundation for his long broadcasting career.
| School | St. Joseph-Scollard Hall Catholic Secondary School |
| Alma Mater | Canadore College |
| Highest Qualification | Diploma in Radio and Television Broadcasting |
Kevin Frankish Personal Life
Kevin Frankish has lived much of his personal life in the public eye, sharing many milestones with his Breakfast Television audience over the years.
Wife
Frankish married Beth Frankish in 1988, after a memorable on-air proposal during his time at CKVR-TV in Barrie.
He famously began ending every broadcast with a wink as his way of saying hi to her.
After three decades together, the couple decided on an amicable separation in March 2018. Beth is now a trained meditation teacher and practitioner of energy medicine.
Children
Kevin and Beth have four children, and he publicly shared the news of each birth on Breakfast Television over the years.
Known names include his eldest daughter, Breanne, daughter Brianna, and son Parker. Details about the fourth child are yet to be updated.
Became Grandfather
In September 2020, he became a grandfather for the first time when Breanne and her husband, Kevin McPhee, welcomed a daughter named Aria.
Father
His father, Allan Frankish, passed away in January 2015 in North Bay, Ontario.
Mother
His mother, Vivianne Frankish (née Gatien), was a longtime resident of North Bay.
Siblings
Frankish grew up with two siblings in a close-knit North Bay household.
Brother
His brother is named Clifford Frankish.
Sister
His sister is named Sandra McNeill.
| Relationship Status | Separated |
| Ex-wife | Beth Frankish |
| Children | Daughters: Breanne, BriannaSon: Parker |
| Parents | Father: Allan Frankish Mother: Vivianne Frankish |
| Siblings | Brother: Clifford Frankish Sister: Sandra McNeill |
Kevin Frankish Career
Kevin Frankish has built one of Canada’s longest morning television careers, moving from a small market camera operator in northern Ontario to the host chair of the country’s top-rated breakfast show.
1983 to 1991: CKVR-TV in Barrie, Ontario
After earning his diploma from Canadore College, Frankish joined CKVR-TV in Barrie in 1983 and stayed for nine years.
It was here that he proposed to his now wife Beth on air, and he began the tradition of ending every broadcast with a signature wink to her.
1991: Joins Citytv Toronto
In 1991, Frankish moved to Citytv Toronto, then a sister station to CKVR. He started as the traffic reporter and steadily climbed into bigger on-air roles.
For many years, he also anchored the overnight CityPulse updates, often working directly from the assignment desk and even controlling the camera himself.
1991 to 2018: Co-host of Breakfast Television, Toronto
He started on Breakfast Television in 1991, while Pugliese joined him much later as co-host Dina Pugliese in 2006, they shared the desk for 12 years.
Earlier in the show’s history, he also worked with hosts and contributors such as Liza Fromer, Jennifer Valentyne, and Frank Ferragine as the morning lineup evolved over the years.
Under his stewardship, Breakfast Television became the number one morning show in Southern Ontario.
He spent 27 years on the show, becoming a household name across the region.
2006: On Air Panic Attack and Mental Health Advocacy
In 2006, while on air, Frankish suffered a panic attack live in the studio. He was later diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Severe Depressive Disorder.
He chose to share his experience with viewers, which made him one of the most public Canadian broadcasters speaking openly about mental health.
2018: Departure from Breakfast Television
In May 2018, parent company Rogers Communications terminated his employment with Citytv. His final episode aired on June 1, 2018.
His farewell, with Dina Pugliese beside him in the studio, became one of the most talked-about moments in Toronto morning television history.
2018 onwards: Teaching, Public Speaking, and Kevin Frankish Media
After leaving Citytv, Frankish became a journalism professor at Seneca College, based at the York University campus.
He also launched Kevin Frankish Media, a content creation company, along with his own YouTube channel.
He continues to host the annual Easter Seals Telethon on CBC Television and serves on the board of directors for St. John Ambulance Ontario Division.
Radio: 105.9 The Region with Ann Rohmer
Frankish hosted an afternoon show on 105.9 The Region, where he reunited on air with another former CityTV personality, Ann Rohmer.
He has since stepped away from regular broadcast radio to focus on advocacy work.
2020: Kevin’s Isolators on Facebook Live
During the COVID-19 lockdowns, Frankish pioneered the Kevin’s Isolators Facebook Live series, connecting with audiences from home through interviews and check-ins.
This kept him close to viewers who had grown up watching him on Breakfast Television.
2023: Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences
In 2023, Frankish joined the Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences as a Communications Specialist and host of The Mental Health Podcast.
In this role, he raises awareness, reduces stigma, shares resources, and amplifies the voices of those living with mental illness.
2025: Returns to Radio on AM 640 (CFIQ)
In March 2025, Frankish stepped in as the interim host of Toronto Today on CFIQ (AM 640) during a leave of absence by regular host Greg Brady.
The role brought him back to daily live broadcasting in the Toronto market.
Documentary and Advocacy Work
Frankish recently produced a documentary called The Caregivers, which celebrates the role caregivers play in Canada.
He has also lent his support to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Ontario Paramedics Association, Easter Seals, SickKids Hospital, and the Kidney Foundation of Canada.
Kevin Frankish Awards and Achievements
- Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal (2012), for his community service, particularly his decades-long work with Easter Seals.
- Helped Breakfast Television Toronto become the number one morning show in Southern Ontario during his 27-year tenure as co-host.
- 40 plus years of service with Easter Seals, including hosting the annual Easter Seals Telethon on CBC Television.
- Recognised as a leading Canadian voice for mental health, especially after publicly sharing his own diagnosis of Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Severe Depressive Disorder.
- Featured as a prominent Canadore College alumnus for his decades of contribution to Canadian broadcasting.
Kevin Frankish Net Worth
The estimated net worth and salary of Kevin Frankish are still to be determined.
| Net Worth (Approx.) | Yet to be updated |
| Salary (Approx.) | Yet to be updated |
Kevin Frankish Height, Weight & Physical Stats
Below are the physical stats of Kevin Frankish:
| Height | In centimetres: Yet to be updated In meters: Yet to be updated In feet and inches: Yet to be updated |
| Weight | In kg: Yet to be updated In lbs: Yet to be updated |
| Body Measurements | Yet to be updated |
| Hair Colour | Grey |
| Eye Colour | Brown |
Kevin Frankish Instagram, X, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube
 @therealkevinfrankish | |
| X |  @KevinFrankish |
 @KevinFrankish | |
 @kevinfrankish | |
| YouTube |  @thesundayscariespodcast |
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FAQs
Who is Kevin Frankish?
Kevin Frankish is a Canadian television presenter, media personality, and mental health advocate. He is best known as the former co-host of Breakfast Television, Toronto on Citytv.
How old is Kevin Frankish?
Kevin Frankish is 62 years old. He was born on March 4, 1964, in New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada.
Why did Kevin Frankish leave Breakfast Television?
Kevin Frankish left Breakfast Television on June 1, 2018. He later confirmed that he was fired by parent company Rogers Communications rather than leaving on his own.
Is Kevin Frankish still married?
No, Kevin Frankish and his wife Beth amicably separated in March 2018 after 30 years of marriage.
What is Kevin Frankish doing now?
Kevin Frankish teaches journalism at Seneca College, hosts The Mental Health Podcast at Ontario Shores, and in 2025 joined CFIQ (AM 640) as the interim host of Toronto Today.
What award has Kevin Frankish won?
In 2012, Kevin Frankish received the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for his community service, especially with Easter Seals.
