Leslie Horton is a Canadian traffic reporter and television host with Global News Calgary. She was born on March 7, 1964 (62 years old) in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
She appears on Global News Morning Calgary and Global News at Noon, where she gives traffic updates and shares local community information.
Leslie’s broadcast work has included roles in Terrace (B.C.), Red Deer (Alberta), and Regina (Saskatchewan).
In early December 2023, Horton received widespread attention after she responded on air to a body-shaming email during a live broadcast. In that response, she also referenced her experience with cancer, and many viewers praised how she handled the situation.
Quick Facts of Leslie Horton
| Full Name | Leslie Horton |
| Profession | Traffic reporter and TV host |
| Age | 62 years old |
| Date of Birth | March 7, 1964 |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Zodiac/Sun Sign | Pisces |
| Birthplace | Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada |
| Current Address | Canada |
| Gender | Female |
Leslie Horton Early Life and Education
Leslie Horton is originally from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
Education
Leslie Horton completed a Bachelor’s degree at the University of British Columbia (UBC). She also earned a diploma in Broadcast Journalism from the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT).
| Alma Mater | British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) |
| Highest Qualification | Diploma in Broadcast Journalism (BCIT) |
Leslie Horton Personal Life
It is known that she is married and also has a beautiful daughter, but the other details, like the names of her husband and daughter, are yet to be updated.
| Relationship Status | Yet to be updated |
| Husband | Yet to be updated |
| Children | Yet to be updated |
| Parents | Yet to be updated |
| Siblings | Yet to be updated |
Leslie Horton Career
Leslie Horton started her broadcast career in British Columbia.
After working in British Columbia for a few years, she moved to Alberta and Saskatchewan. She worked in Red Deer, Alberta, and Regina, Saskatchewan, as a news reporter, anchor, weather anchor, and talk show host.
In 1995, she joined Global Calgary, where she currently delivers traffic coverage and shares community events on Global News Morning Calgary and Global News at Noon Calgary.
Leslie presented this show with her co-anchors, Blake Lough, Dallas Flexhaug, and Leslie herself, and also with Tiffany Lizée as weather anchor.
Leslie Horton Net Worth
Leslie Horton’s estimated net worth and exact salary are yet to be updated.
| Net Worth in Dollars (Approx.) | Yet to be updated |
| Salary (Approx.) | Yet to be updated |
Leslie Horton Height, Weight & Physical Stats
Below are the physical stats of Leslie Horton:
| Height | In centimetres: Yet to be updated In meters: Yet to be updated In feet & 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 Color | Dark blonde (with lighter blonde highlights) |
| Eye Color | Brown |
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FAQs
Who is Leslie Horton?
Leslie Horton is a Canadian traffic reporter and TV host with Global News Calgary.
How old is Leslie Horton?
Leslie Horton is 62 years old. She was born on March 7, 1964, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
What shows does Leslie Horton appear on?
Leslie Horton is 62 years old. She was born on March 7, 1964, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
When did Leslie Horton join Global Calgary?
Leslie Horton joined Global Calgary in 1995.
What is the educational background of Leslie Horton?
Leslie Horton earned a diploma in Broadcast Journalism from the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT).
