Marion Brooks Biography and Wiki

Marion Brooks is an American journalist and television news Correspondent for NBC5 news. She was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, and raised in Portland, Oregon, U.S. The award-winning journalist is a member of the NBC5 Investigates team of investigative anchors.  Brooks is on-air weekdays at 11 am and at 4:30 pm on NBC5 News and is also the host of The Talk, M-Th at 7 pm (5.2, COMCAST 341, RCN 50, WOW 130).

In her investigative work, Brooks has been drawn to social and criminal justice issues because she has a passion for reporting and storytelling. Her debut in the field of journalism was at radio broadcasting, WGST. She commenced Atlanta’s station job as an entry-level post. She had also briefly been employed as a reporter cum anchor at Atlanta, Georgia.

Brooks is also a member of the National Association of Black Journalists. Her hard work and enthusiasm in journalism have earned her several awards including the Peter Lisagor Award 2013 and an Emmy award nomination.

Marion Brooks Education

The intelligent investigative journalist must have been a bright student while at school. She went to a local high school where she graduated after the completion of her studies. She then enrolled at Spelman College where she graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in English.

Marion Brooks Age

Brooks was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, and grew up in Portland, Oregon, United States of America. She was born to interracial parents, a black father, and a white mother. However, the exact date of birth of the NBC5 anchor and reporter is not yet known to the public.

As such, it is difficult to establish her actual age as per now or when she celebrates her birthday. Nevertheless, we are keeping tabs and will update you as soon as that information is made available.

Marion Brooks Height and Weight

Brooks stands at a decent height of 6 feet and 2 inches (1.88 m). She is an exceptionally tall woman in stature. Her weight and other body measurements are, however, not available.

Marion Brooks Family

Brooks was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. She was however raised in Portland Oregon, USA. Marion is the daughter of Sam Brooks and Margret Brooks who are an interracial couple as her father is of the black ethnicity while her mother is white.

Not much else is known about Brooks’ parents in terms of their professional careers. However, it is obvious that her parents love and cherish her. Her parents have been living as husband and wife for more than four and a half decades.

Marion Brooks Husband, Is she married?

Marion Brooks is married to her husband, Ruye Hawkins, who is an attorney based in Orlando. The couple dated for a while before they finally decided to tie the knot in March 2005. Their wedding was held at Lake Tahoe, California on March 12, 2005.

They met back in college, where Ruye was in Morehouse College and Brooks was in Spelman College the sister school of  Morehouse. Brooks was dating Ruye’s roommate, while he was dating hers. However, they never interacted much with each other until 14 years later.

Marion Brooks Daughter

The couple revealed in May 2005, shortly after their wedding, that they were expecting a baby girl. On 2 June 2006, the lovebirds welcomed their daughter, Brooks Hawkins. Brooks has a stepdaughter called Sydney Hawkins from Ruye’s former marriage.

Marion Brooks Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Marion Brooks.

Marion Brooks Bio and Wiki

• Full Names: Marion Brooks
• Gender: Female
• Profession: News Correspondent
• Nationality: American
• Race/ Ethnicity: Mixed
• Religion: Not Known
• Sexual Orientation: Straight

Marion Brooks Age and Birthday

• Age: To be updated
• Zodiac Sign: To be updated
• Date of Birth: To be updated
• Place of Birth: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
• Birthday: To be updated

Marion Brooks Body Measurements

• Body Measurements: To be updated
• Height: 6 feet and 2 inches (1.88 m)
• Weight: Moderate
• Eye Color: Brown
• Hair Color: Black
• Shoe Size: Not Available

Marion Brooks Family and Relationship

• Father (Dad): Sam Brooks
• Mother: Margret Brooks
• Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): To be updated
• Marital Status: Married
• Spouse: Ruye Hawkins
• Children: Brooks Hawkins

Marion Brooks Net Worth and Salary

• Net Worth: $1 million – $5 million dollars (approx. 2020)
• Salary: To be updated
• Source of Income: Media

Marion’s House and Cars

• Place of living: US
• Cars: Car Brand to be Updated

Marion Brooks Chicago

Her debut in television broadcasting career was at Mississippi Delta, and then at WJKS-TV in Jacksonville. She also worked in the following stations, KTVI-TV in St. Louis, WSB-TV in Atlanta, and later in Chicago. She worked for two consecutive years at WSB-TV before she left for NBC5. Besides her superb journalism job, she is also a member of the National Association of Black Journalists.

Marion Brooks NBC5

Brooks joined NBC5 in 1998 and is a member of the NBC5 Investigates. This is a special team of reporters specializing in insightful investigations. She became a member of the team in mid-1998. Ever since her recruitment to the team, she has stayed there for more than two decades. Furthermore, she was nominated for a National Emmy Award in 2013 while she was still in the team.

Marion Brooks Salary

The Vancouver journalist has an elaborate and fancy job that earns her a substantial income. According to some reports, the average wage package for a news anchor on NBC is $61,653. Since she has been employed at the network for at least two decades her salary might range between $61,653 to $70,000. Due to her vast experience in NBC, she undoubtedly draws an above-average salary but the exact salary she pockets is yet to be updated.

Marion Brooks Net Worth

Lehner’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $5 million dollars. This includes her Assets, Money and Income. Her primary source of income is her career as a Television Personality. Through her various sources of income, Brooks has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Marion Brooks Awards

The television correspondent has been a recipient of several awards due to her hard work and investigative skills. Among the awards and recognition, she has obtained include but not limited to, national recognition from the Alliance for Women in Media (Gracie) and a Regional Edward R. Murrow Award in 2001. She was also honored with Peter Lisagor Award in 2013.

Marion Brooks and John Rogers

Marion and Philanthropist John Rogers Jr. are close friends. John Rogers Jr. is the founder of Ariel Investments, LLC. They were the attendees of the gala dinner hosted by former President Barrack Obama to honor former Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi on 18 October 2016. The two colleagues have also been frequently spotted at programs and charitable events. The two friends also attended the Fleurotica 2013 where Marion looked stunning in a red dress while John wore a formal suit.

Marion Brooks Weight Loss | The Talk

Brooks hosted Sloan Luckie, author of Body Under Construction, on her show, The Talk in April. he discussed how to use nutrition exercise and sleep to lose weight, reduce waist size, improve energy, get into those skinny jeans, wear your dream wedding dress, maintain healthy skin, hair, and nails, reduce risk to breast cancer, heart disease, type2 diabetes, and other chronic illnesses. He also taught everything one needs to know to look and feel their absolute best!

Marion Brooks Affair

Marion was involved in a political scandal in 2001 with the then Mayor of Atlanta, Bill Campbell. The case was unearthed sometime in 2006. The court heard that Brooks and another woman were in a romantic relationship with the then 57th Mayor of Atlanta in 2001, while he was still married.

She revealed that Campbell and herself met a couple of times every week. She was pampered by the mayor with jewelry, fashionable clothes, and visited other cities frequently. Brooks has since commented that she regrets her past that has brought embarrassment to her husband and family.

Frequently Asked Questions About Marion Brooks

Who is Marion Brooks?

Brooks is an American journalist and television news Correspondent for NBC5 news.

How old is Marion Brooks?

Brook was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, and grew up in Portland, Oregon, USA, but her date of birth is not yet recorded.

What is Marion Brooks’s ethnicity?

She is multi-racial from the fact that her father is of the black ethnicity while her mother is white.

Does Marion Brooks have children?

She has a daughter Brooks Hawkins with her husband Ruye Hawkins and a stepdaughter Sydney Hawkins from Ruye’s former marriage.

How tall is Marion Brooks?

She stands at a  height of 1.83 meters.

Who is Marion Brooks married to?

Brooks is married to her husband, Ruye Hawkins, who is an attorney based in Orlando.

How much is Marion Brooks worth?

Her exact net worth has not yet been revealed but the information will be updated as soon as it is available.

How much does Marion Brooks make?

Due to her vast experience in NBC, she undoubtedly draws an above-average salary but the exact salary she pockets is yet to be updated.

Where does Marion Brooks live?

She currently resides in Cipriani Blvd in Belmont, California.

Where is Marion Brooks now?

She is currently working as a Correspondent for NBC5 news.

Marion Brooks Social Media Contacts

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