Sharla McBride is a well-known journalist who’s made a big impact in news and sports reporting. The news anchor was born on December 28, 1984 (Age: 41 years old), in Austin, Texas, and grew up loving sports and storytelling.

Over the years, she’s covered everything from Dallas Cowboys games at KTXS-TV to anchoring evening news at WNEP-TV. She also worked at WUSA-TV [1], where she reported on major sports events and big news stories. 

Now, she’s the co-host of “Wake Up America” on Newsmax, where she continues to share her talent with audiences across the country.

Find out more on Sharla McBride’s Wiki, about her husband, children, family, education, net worth, and more.

Sharla McBride Wiki & Early Life

Sharla McBride Wiki

Sharla McBride spent her childhood immersed in a sports-loving environment, which greatly influenced her interests and future career. Her family encouraged her passion for athletics and storytelling, fostering a curiosity about the world and a love for communication. 

From a young age, she showed a knack for public speaking and creativity, setting the foundation for her path in journalism.

Full NameSharla McBride
ProfessionJournalist, News Anchor
Age41 years old
Date of BirthDecember 28, 1984
NationalityAmerican
Zodiac/Sun SignCapricorn
BirthplaceAustin, Texas, United States
Current AddressNew York, New York, USA

Sharla McBride Husband, Children

Sharla McBride with her Husband

Her husband Todd Hiller is a professional photographer. Sharla and Todd got married on 1st September 2013 [2]. Sharla is also a proud stepmother to Todd’s daughter, Maris Hiller, who attended Scranton Preparatory School.

Relationship StatusMarried
Husband/BoyfriendHusband: Todd Hiller
Children Step-daughter: Maris Hiller
Sharla McBride with her Step-Daughter

Sharla McBride Family

Sharla McBride with her Parents

Sharla’s father, Richard McBride, is a former U.S. Army officer who received the Combat Infantry Badge and the Bronze Star for his service in Vietnam. Teresa McBride is the name of her mother. Richard McBride Jr. is her brother.

Parent’s NameFather: Richard McBride
Mother: Teresa McBride
SiblingsBrother: Richard McBride Jr.

Sharla McBride Education

Sharla attended the University of Georgia from 2003 to 2007, where she studied Broadcasting and majored in International Affairs and Foreign Policies.

SchoolYet to be updated
Alma MaterUniversity of Georgia
Highest QualificationBachelor’s in Broadcast Journalism, minor in International Affairs

Sharla McBride Career

Sharla’s journalism journey began with an internship at Atlanta’s FOX affiliate, WAGA-TV, where she later worked as an associate sports producer. 

She then moved to KTXS-TV in Abilene, Texas, serving as a sports reporter and fill-in anchor, covering high school and college sports, and acting as the Dallas Cowboys beat reporter from 2007 to 2008. 

In 2008, she joined WNEP-TV in Scranton, Pennsylvania, as a sports anchor and reporter, eventually becoming the evening news anchor in 2015. 

In March 2020, Sharla joined WUSA-TV in Washington, D.C., as a sports anchor and reporter. By October 2023, she transitioned to Newsmax, co-hosting “Wake Up America” alongside Rob Finnerty.

YearPositionOrganization
The early 2000sIntern and Associate Sports ProducerWAGA-TV (Atlanta)
2007Sports Reporter and Fill-In AnchorKTXS-TV (Abilene)
2008Sports Anchor and ReporterWNEP-TV (Scranton)
2015Evening News AnchorWNEP-TV (Scranton)
2020Sports Anchor and ReporterWUSA-TV (Washington, D.C.)
2023Co-hostNewsmax

Awards

YearAward
2023Emmy Award [3]

Controversies

YearIncidentDetails
2023Sexist Remarks by Radio HostDuring a Washington Commanders training camp, radio host Don Geronimo referred to McBride as “Barbie Girl” and assumed she was a cheerleader. McBride expressed feeling “incredibly insulted and embarrassed.” Geronimo was subsequently fired for his comments [4].
2023Public Apology from Don GeronimoFollowing his termination, Don Geronimo issued a public apology to McBride, stating he “used inappropriate words in a way that hurt someone” and expressed a desire to apologize to her in person [5].

Sharla McBride Net Worth, Salary

Sharla’s net worth is expected to be between $1 million to $5 million, accumulated through her successful journalism career. Her annual is approximately around $24,292 and $72,507.

Net Worth in Dollars (Approx.)$1 million to $5 million
Salary (Approx.)$24,292 to $72,507

Sharla McBride Height, Weight & Physical Stats

Sharla McBride Height
HeightIn centimeters: 168 cm
In meters: 1.68 m
In feet & inches: 5 feet 6 inches
WeightIn kg: Yet to be updated
In lbs: Yet to be updated
Body MeasurementsYet to be updated
Hair ColourBlonde
Eye ColourBlue

Sharla McBride Instagram, X, Facebook, LinkedIn

InstagramInstagram Profile sharla_mcbride
XX (Twitter) Icon @SharlaMcBride
FacebookFacebook Profile SharlaMcBrideOnTV
LinkedInLinkedIn Profile sharla-mcbride-097a906

9 Interesting Facts About Sharla McBride

  1. She’s a huge dog lover and has a rescue pup named Annie [6].
  2. Sharla once dreamed of being an FBI agent before choosing journalism.
  3. She has a minor in International Affairs from the University of Georgia.
  4. Sharla is a big fan of country music and rarely misses a good concert. 
  5. Her first TV internship was at Atlanta’s FOX affiliate, WAGA-TV.
  6. She co-hosted a community event in Scranton called “Go Joe,” supporting local charities.
  7. Despite her love for sports reporting, she didn’t play competitive sports growing up.
  8. She left WUSA9 in 2023 to focus on broader national news with Newsmax.
  9. Sharla’s stepdaughter, Maris, inspires many of her personal projects and philanthropic work.

FAQs

Is Sharla McBride on Newsmax?

Yes, Sharla McBride joined Newsmax in October 2023 as the co-host of the morning show “Wake Up America” alongside Rob Finnerty.

How old is news anchor Sharla McBride?

Sharla McBride is 41 years old, born on December 28, 1984.

What is the height of Sharla McBride?

Sharla McBride’s height is approximately 5 feet 6 inches(168 cm).

What is the qualification of Sharla McBride?

McBride has done her graduation in Broadcast Journalism with a minor in International Affairs from the University of Georgia.

Who is the husband of news anchor Sharla McBride?

Sharla McBride news anchor is married to a professional photographer Todd Hiller.

How many awards has Sharla McBride news anchor won?

She has won several awards, including an Emmy, an Edward R. Murrow Award, and an Associated Press Award.

References
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  4. Hindustan Times
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