Chris Gailus Biography and Wiki
Chris Gailus is a Canadian Emmy-winning journalist. He co-anchors the highly-rated Global News Hour at 6 on Global BC with Sophie Lui. Chris is the winner of back-to-back Canadian Screen Awards (formerly Gemini Awards) for Best Newscast, Large Market. The Canadian Screen Awards crowned Chris as the country’s best local news anchor in 2015. He was nominated with co-anchor Sophie Lui in the same category at the Canada Screen Awards in 2017.
In 2006 Chris returned to Canada and the Global News family. Before coming to Global Chris was host and anchor of the morning program Good Day New York at WNYW, the Fox news affiliate in New York and at the time, the most-watched, locally-produced morning show in the northeastern U.S.
Chris Gailus Age and Birthday
Chris is 52 years old as of 2019, he was born on 29 October 1967, in Canada. He celebrates his birthday on 29th October every year.
Chris Gailus Height and Weight
Chris stands at an average height and has moderate weight. He appears to be quite tall in stature if his photos, relative to his surroundings, are anything to go by. However, details regarding his actual height and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We are keeping tabs and will update this information once it is out.
Chris Gailus Education
Chris is a graduate of the Broadcast Journalism Program at Mount Royal University in Calgary where he made the Dean’s List for Academic Excellence and received the Jimmy Condon Scholarship to play basketball. He graduated in 1989.
Chris Gailus Parents And Siblings
Chris was born and raised by his parents in Canada. Our efforts to find out more about his family came to no avail as no such information is publicly available. Thus, the identity of Chris’s parents is still unclear. It is also not known if he has any siblings. Nevertheless, this section will be updated as soon as it is available
Chris Gailus Wife And Children
Chris is married to his fellow anchor Jane Carrigan. He became a father in August 2011, when he and Carrigan adopted their son William Alexander Gailus. Chris and his family also enjoy travelling whenever they find the time, and consider London, New York and Mexico as their favourite destinations. Chris and Jane live in Vancouver with their son, William.
Chris loves all sports, including rugby, football, basketball, golf, mountain biking, and in the winter, snowboarding. Chris and his wife, also support the adoption of animals and have provided a home to many dogs and cats, including their current pet, Susie, a West Highland Terrier.
Chris Gailus Salary And Net Worth
His primary source of income is his career as a Television journalist. Through his various sources of income, we believe that Chris has been able to accumulate a good net worth but prefers to keep it private. We will update this section once this information is available.
Chris Gailus Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Chris Gailus.
Chris Gailus Bio and Wiki
- Full Names: Chris Gailus
- Popular As: Chris Gailus
- Gender: Male
- Occupation / Profession: Journalist
- Nationality: Canadian
- Race / Ethnicity: Not known
- Religion: Not known
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
Chris Gailus Birthday
- Age / How Old?: 52 years (2019
- Zodiac Sign: Not known
- Date of Birth: 29 October 1967
- Place of Birth: Canada
- Birthday: 29th October
Chris Gailus Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: Not available
- Height / How Tall?: Not available
- Weight: Not available
- Eye Color: Not available
- Hair Color: Not available
- Shoe Size: Not available
Chris Gailus Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Not known
- Mother: Not known
- Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Not known
- Marital Status: Married
- Wife/Spouse: Jane Carrigan
- Dating / Girlfriend: Not applicable
- Children: William Alexander Gailus
Chris Gailus Networth and Salary
- Net Worth: Under review
- Salary: Under review
- Source of Income: News journalist
Chris Gailus House and Cars
- Place of living: Vancouver
- Cars: Car brand to be updated
Chris Gailus Global BC
Chris co-anchors the highly-rated Global News Hour at 6 on Global BC with Sophie Lui. He is the winner of back-to-back Canadian Screen Awards (formerly Gemini Awards) for Best Newscast, Large Market. The Canadian Screen Awards crowned him as the country’s best local news anchor in 2015. Chris was nominated with co-anchor Sophie Lui in the same category at the Canada Screen Awards in 2017. Chris returned to Canada and the Global News family in 2006.
Some of her fellow news team at BC1 include;
- Sophie Lui
- Squire Barnes
- Kristi Gordon
- Jay Janower
- Jay Durant
- Sonia Sunger
- Paul Haysom
- Mark Madryga
- Kaitlyn Herbst
- Jordan Armstrong
- Sonia Deol
- Barry Deley
- Yvonne Schalle
- Linda Aylesworth
- Keith Baldrey
- Coleen Christie
- Jill Bennett
- Ted Chernecki
- Rumina Daya
- Anne Drewa
- John Hua
- Grace Ke
- Aaron McArthur
Chris Gailus WNYW
Previously before joining Global BC he was host and anchor of the morning program Good Day New York at WNYW, the Fox news affiliate in New York and at the time, the most-watched, locally-produced morning show in the northeastern U.S. He joined Good Day New York at WNYW in 2003 where he received a career highlight, winning a New York Regional Emmy Award for “Best Morning Newscast” in 2005.
Chris has nearly 30 years of experience in broadcast journalism. He began his journalism career by working in Lethbridge, Alberta as a reporter covering municipal and agricultural issues before moving up to news anchor and eventually winning a CanPro Award as anchor of the Best Small Market Newscast. He returned to Calgary in 1992 as reporter and anchor of CFCN’s weekend newscast before moving to Calgary 7 (now known as Global News Calgary) as one of its main evening news anchors.
Chris Gailus ABC
Chris moved to the U.S. in 2000 to be the anchor of the morning newscast at the ABC affiliate in Dallas, Texas. While he was there he covered major stories such as the crash of the space shuttle Columbia and the subsequent investigation, the impact of the September 11th attacks on Dallas, and the deployment of U.S. troops from Fort Hood at the outbreak of the war in Iraq. Chris was nominated for a Katy Award, the highest honour in Texas journalism.
Outside of the newsroom, Chris actively supports the B.C. Children’s Hospital, Canuck Place Children’s Hospice, and organizations that support research and treatment of diabetes and arthritis. Chris is also proud to serve on the board of the CKNW Kids’ Fund.
Chris Gailus Awards and Achievements
- He is the winner of back-to-back Canadian Screen Awards (formerly Gemini Awards) for Best Newscast, Large Market.
- In 2015, the Canadian Screen Awards crowned him as the country’s best local news anchor.
- In 2017, Chris was nominated with co-anchor Sophie Lui in the same category at the Canada Screen Awards.
- He received a career highlight, winning a New York Regional Emmy Award for “Best Morning Newscast” in 2005.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chris Gailus
Who is Chris Gailus?
Chris Gailus is a Canadian Emmy-winning journalist. He co-anchors the highly-rated Global News Hour at 6 on Global BC with Sophie Lui. Chris is the winner of back-to-back Canadian Screen Awards (formerly Gemini Awards) for Best Newscast, Large Market.
How old is Chris Gailus?
Chris was born in Canada he has not shared his date of birth with the public, as it is not documented anywhere as of 2020.
How tall is Chris Gailus?
Chris stands at an average height, he has not shared his height with the public. His height will be listed once we have it from a credible source.
Is Chris Gailus married?
Yes, Chris is married to his fellow anchor Jane Carrigan. He became a father in August 2011, when he and Carrigan adopted their son William Alexander Gailus.
How much is Chris Gailus worth?
Details about his love life are still under review. We will let you know when he gets in a relationship or when we discover helpful information about his love life.
Where does Chris Gailus live?
He is a resident of Vancouver, we shall upload pictures of his house as soon as we have them.
Is Chris Gailus dead or alive?
Chris is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.
Where is Chris Gailus Now?
Chris is pursuing his career in journalism. He co-anchors the highly-rated Global News Hour at 6 on Global BC with Sophie Lui. Chris is the winner of back-to-back Canadian Screen Awards (formerly Gemini Awards) for Best Newscast, Large Market.
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