Chris Willis Biography
Chris Willis is an American anchor and news reporter.He is a morning news anchor at KXAN-TV.The award-winning journalist works at KGW in Portland, Oregon. He returned to the Northwest in July 2013.
Chris is an award-winning investigative reporter and anchor, recognized in the broadcast industry with multiple Emmy awards, more than a dozen Associated Press awards and the Edward R. Murrow award. Before joining KGW, Chris spent 14 years at KXAN, the NBC affiliate in Austin, Texas as a morning anchor and investigative reporter. His stories led to changes in Texas law, arrests of fugitives, and exposing government corruption.
Chris’s investigation of an international kidnapping case in Texas directly led to the safe return of two boys, found in Mexico, to their father. He has covered presidential elections, death penalty cases, space shuttle disasters, domestic terrorism and was in downtown New Orleans when Hurricane Katrina hit.
He is a member of Investigative Reporters and Editors. KGW is a return home for Chris as he was raised in the Pacific Northwest. Willis has worked as an active volunteer for the Muscular Dystrophy Association, Easter Seals and is an advocate for the hearing-impaired. He studied at Washington State University.
10 Quick Facts About Chris Willis
- Name: Chris Willis
- Age: To be updated
- Birthday: To be updated
- Zodiac Sign: To be updated
- Height: Average
- Nationality: American
- Occupation: Anchor and news reporter
- Marital Status: Married
- Salary: $130,106 to $228,488
- Net worth: $1 million dollars
Chris Willis Age
Willis was born in the United States. However, the exact date of birth of the KXAN-TV reporter is not yet known to the public. As such, it is difficult to establish his actual age or when he celebrates his birthday. Nevertheless, we are keeping tabs and will update you once this information is available.
Chris Willis Height and Weight
Willis stands at an average height and 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 Willis Education
Willis is a graduate of Shelton High School in Shelton, Washington as well as a proud Cougar from Washington State University. Throughout his career, Chris served as an anchor, reporter as well as news director in Montana, Texas, Tennessee, Arizona, and Honolulu.
Chris Willis Family, Parents and Siblings
After doing our research, details about his parents are not available and it is also not known if he has any siblings. However, this information will be updated as soon as it is available.
Chris Willis Wife and KGW Wedding
Willis is married to his lovely wife Katherine Kisiel. His wife is KATU weekend anchor and reporter, Texas transplant, proud AZ Wildcat. Chris is the father of two sons, Austin and Nicholas. In his free time, Chris alongside his sons play sports, explore the Pacific Northwest as well as spend time with family.
Chris Willis Wife Katherine Kisiel
Katherine Kisiel comes to KATU from Texas. She officially joined KATU News “This Morning” in September 2014. She graduated from the University of Arizona and got her start in broadcasting at KSWT-TV in Yuma, Arizona.
A year later, she moved to Yakima/Tri-Cities, anchoring and reporting for KNDO/KNDU-TV. In 2000, she moved to Austin, Texas, where she worked at FOX 7 for 13 years. Most recently, Katherine was anchoring a 5 1/2 hour morning newscast.
Chris Willis Wife Age and Katherine Kisiel Age
Kisiel was raised in Seattle and then moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico when she was a teenager. Her date of birth including her actual age will be updated soon.
Chris Willis Salary
According to our reliable sources, Chris Willis’s annual salary ranges between $130,106 to $228,488. Willis accumulates his money from his successful career as an anchor.
Chris Willis Net Worth
Willis has an estimated $1 million dollars. He has accumulated his wealth from his successful career as an anchor and news reporter.
Chris Willis Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Chris Willis.
Chris Willis Bio and Wiki
- Full Names: Chris Willis
- Popular As: Anchor/reporter
- Gender: Male
- Occupation / Profession: Anchor and news reporter
- Nationality: American
- Race / Ethnicity: White
- Religion: To be updated
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
Chris Willis Birthday
- Age / How Old?: To be updated
- Zodiac Sign: To be updated
- Date of Birth: To be updated
- Place of Birth: United States
- Birthday: To updated
Chris Willis Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: To be updated
- Height / How Tall?: Average
- Weight: Moderate
- Eye Color: To be updated
- Hair Color: To be updated
- Shoe Size: To be updated
Chris Willis Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): To be updated
- Mother: To be updated
- Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): To be updated
- Marital Status: Married
- Wife/Spouse: Married to Katherine Kisiel
- Dating / Girlfriend: Not Applicable
- Children: Sons (Austin and Nicholas)
Chris Willis Net Worth and Salary
- Net Worth: $1 million dollars
- Salary: $130,106 to $228,488
- Source of Income: Anchor and news reporter
Chris Willis Apologizes and Joel Magid
The KGW’s anchor apologizes for ‘offensive’ comments in an interview with Joel Magid
KGW reporter Chris Willis apologized for the comments he made in a video interview with Joel Magid, the Portland musician who admitted to a sexual assault in a Facebook post. “A note to my Facebook fans: I am sorry for the comments I made in a recent interview that was published on KGW’s website,” Willis wrote on his Facebook page.
“They do not reflect my views or values. I did not intend to offend anyone in any way and I apologize unreservedly for what was said. I understand the remarks I made were offensive. That was not my intent, but it was the result, and I am devastated by that. I sincerely apologize and pledge to learn from this experience as I continue to cover the important issues affecting our community.”
Frequently Asked Questions About Chris Willis
Who is Chris Willis?
Willis is one of America’s best known and best-loved anchors. Chris is an award-winning investigative reporter and anchor, recognized in the broadcast industry with multiple Emmy awards, more than a dozen Associated Press awards and the Edward R. Murrow award.
Did Chris Willis leave KGW?
KGW said goodbye to anchor Chris Willis on his last day on August 2, 2019.
How old is Chris Willis?
Willis was born in the United States, he has not shared his date of birth with the public, as it is not documented anywhere as of 2020.
How tall is Chris Willis?
Willis 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 Willis married?
Yes, he is married to Katherine Kisiel. Chris is the father of two sons, Austin and Nicholas.
How much is Chris Willis worth?
Willis has not yet revealed his net worth. We will update this section when we get and verify information about the wealth and properties under his name.
How much does Chris Willis make?
Willis’s annual salary is estimated to be between $24,292 and $72,507 or an hourly average wage of between $10.15 and $31.32. This is per our average wage estimates for a journalist in the United States
Where does Chris Willis live?
Because of personal reasons, Willis has not shared his precise location of residence. We will immediately update this information if we get the location and images of his house.
Is Chris dead or alive?
Willis is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.
Where is Chris Willis now?
Journalists: Willis is pursuing his career in journalism. He is working as a news anchor at KXAN-TV.
Chris Willis Contacts
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