Michael Putney Biography

Michael Putney is a professional American journalist and currently serves as a senior reporter and anchor at WPLG, Local 10 News in Hollywood, Florida. In 1989, he joined the station as an anchor and co-host of “This Week in South Florida with Michael Putney.”

Michael also writes a bimonthly culture column for the Miami Herald. He began his broadcasting career in 1966 as a news anchor at KCGM in Columbia, Missouri, and later rose to news director.

Michael Putney Age

Michael Putney was born on December 16, 1940 in New York, USA. He is 81 years old this year.

Michael Putney Height

Michael’s height is 5 feet 8 inches.

Michael Putney Family

Michael was born in New York, USA. His childhood was in St. At the age of 14, Louis moved with his family to Berkeley, California, where he received his education. However, Mikael did not disclose the personal information of his parents and siblings.

Michael Putney Wife

He married his beloved wife Marta Putney. The couple has a daughter named Mia. The family also has a pug named Tallulah and a quirky cocker spaniel named Zoe.

Michael Putney Education

Received his high school diploma from Berkeley High School. After that, Michael studied at Deep Springs College in California for two years. He also attended the University of Missouri and earned a bachelor’s degree in English. Additionally, Michael holds a master’s degree from the University of Missouri.

Michael Putney Salary

His salary ranges from $41,600 to $117,700 annually.

Michael Putney’s Net Worth

Michael has earned a good amount throughout his career and his estimated worth is $2 million.

Michael Putney Career

Michael is currently a senior reporter and anchor at WPLG (Local 10 News in Hollywood, Florida). In 1989, he joined the station as an anchor and co-host of “This Week in South Florida with Michael Putney.” Michael also writes a semi-annual culture column for the Miami Herald. He began his broadcasting career in 1966 as a news anchor at KCGM in Columbia, Missouri, and later rose to news director.

Michael then joined KFRU Radio as a News Assistant and was later promoted to News Director. In 1970, he moved to Washington, D.C., where he worked at the National Observer for seven years. Working as a cartoonist for the first two years, Michael worked as a national writer and journalist for five years.

Michael returned to radio in 1981 at WTVJ in Miami, where he reported on politics and government. In 1986, he was promoted to weekend co-anchor. Michael has won two Emmy awards for his excellent reporting.