Lina Washington Biography
Lina Washington is an Emmy award-winning American journalist. Currently, she is working as a sports reporter, anchor, and multi-skilled journalist for 12News. She joined the station in June 2021 and reports across all the station’s shows. Before 12 News, she was a Sports anchor and reporter for KXTV-TV from July 2017 to June 2021.
Lina Washington’s Quick Facts
| Profession: | Sports Reporter and Anchor (12 News) |
| Parents: | Linda Queen and Robert Washington Jr |
| Age: | 34 years (March 18, 1990) |
| Net Worth: | $2 Million |
| Height: | 5 ft 6 in or 1.68m |
Family
Lina was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona, United States to her father and mother. She celebrated her mother Linda Queen Mother’s Day for being her biggest fan and the woman who inspires her. Her father is Robert Washington Jr. However, her parents are divorced but still good friends with her father being a diabetic and a prostate cancer survivor.
Her father Robert died in 2020 from Coronavirus. Before his death, Robert was a retired worker at Gila River’s Lone Butte Casino in Chandler. Lina grew up with two siblings Shawné Jackson, and Linda. Moreover, Lina’s grandmother is Lillian.
Lina Washington Husband
Lina maintains a low profile when it comes to information regarding her marital status. Thus, there are no details regarding whether she is married or dating someone.
Education
Lina is an educated woman who earned her high school diploma from Corona del Sol High School. In 2008, she enrolled at Arizona State University where she pursued a bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism graduating in 2012. During her time, she was a member of the ASU Dance Team and Spirit Squad.
Lina Washington 12 News
Lina is currently working as a sports reporter, anchor, and multi-skilled journalist for 12News. She joined the station in June 2021 and reports across all the station’s shows. Before 12 News, she was a Sports anchor and reporter for KXTV-TV, from July 2017 to June 2021. She has served as Nexstar’s insider for NFL Training Camps. Previously, she was a Sports Director for KGET-TV, Bakersfield, CA from 2013 to 2016.
During her Three-year and eight-month tenure, Lina was the producer, writer, and editor of three daily sportscasts for Kern County’s news leader. Moreover, she was also the primary photographer for sports county-wide from preps to professional. Lina was responsible for producing and hosting Kern County’s highest-rated weekly 30-minute high school football special, Friday Football Xtra.
Her journalism career kicked off as a Production Intern at FOX Sports Arizona in May 2011. At the station, Lina managed and logged game melts, the assistant production crew, and also on-air talent and served as FSAZ liaison during the 2011 MLB All-Star festivities.
Lina’s colleagues at 12 News include:
Cameron Cox – Main Sports Anchor
Bianca Buono – Multi-media Journalist and Reporter
Emma Jade – Contributing Anchor
Brahm Resnik – Sunday Square Off Host
Salary
Lina has been a sports reporter, anchor, and multi-skilled journalist for 12News and earns a salary of $500,000 per annum.
Net Worth
Lina has been a good sports journalist who has worked on several stations which has led to her success and attaining decent fortune. Her net worth is $2 Million.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Is Lina Washington?
Lina is currently working as a sports reporter, anchor, and multi-skilled journalist for 12News. She joined the station in June 2021 and reports across all the station’s shows. Before 12 News, she was a Sports anchor and reporter for KXTV-TV, from July 2017 to June 2021.
How Old Is Lina Washington?
Lina is 34 years old born in Phoenix, Arizona, United States in 1990, and celebrates her birthday every year on March 18.
Is Lina Washington Married?
Lina maintains a low profile when it comes to information regarding her marital status.
Social Media Account
Twitter – @LWashingtonTV
Instagram – lwashingtontv
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