Derek Van Dam Biography, Wiki, Age, Height, Family, Wife, CNN and Net Worth.

Derek Van Dam Biography

Derek van Dam is an American weather anchor for CNN International in Atlanta. The Certified Broadcast Meteorologist–by the American Meteorological Society (AMS), provides weather reports and science bulletins on weekday and weekend editions of CNN Newsroom.

10 Quick Facts About Derek Van Dam

1. Name: Derek Van Dam
2. Age: 37 years
3. Birthday: 7 October
4. Zodiac Sign: Libra
5. Height: 5 feet 11 inches
6. Nationality: American
7. Occupation: Weather Anchor
8. Marital Status: Married
9. Salary: $37,311 – $144,282
10. Net worth: $1 million – $5 million

Derek Van Dam Age

Derek is 37 years old as of 2020, he was born on 7 October 1983 in Oklahoma, United States. e celebrates his birthday on October 7 every year and his birth sign is Libra.

Derek Van Dam Height

Derek stands at a height of 5 feet 11 inches (1.80 meters). However, details regarding his actual weight and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We are keeping tabs and will update this information once it is out.

Derek Van Dam Education

Van Dam is a proud graduate of Central Michigan University, where he studied Meteorology & Broadcast/Cinematic Arts.

Derek Van Dam Parents

Derek was born and raised by his parents in Oklahoma. Our efforts to find out more about his family came to no avail as no such information is publicly available. Thus, the identity of Derek’s parents is still unclear. It is also not available if he has any siblings. We will update this section once this information is available.

Derek Van Dam Wife

Speaking of his personal life, Van Dam is currently married to his longtime girlfriend, Taya.

When not working, he enjoys extreme sports including surfing and sailing. He is also an avid Ultra Marathon runner—has participated in two of South Africa’s toughest single-day road and trail events.

Derek Van Dam Children

Derek and his wife have been blessed with two children, their daughter, Maya Sophie, and their son, Logan Malloy Van Dam, whose birth was announced in August 2018.

Welcome to the world my boy. You made a dramatic entry into our lives and we couldn’t be happier. Mom and baby are doing well. Logan is healthy and strong and is anxious to meet his big sister Maya,” he wrote on Facebook, receiving many congratulatory comments on the site.

Derek Van Dam Salary

Derek receives an annual salary ranging between $37,311 to $144,282 — that is our average wage estimates for a journalist in the United States.

Derek Van Dam Net Worth

Derek’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $5 million. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as a journalist.

Through his various sources of income, Derek has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Derek Van Dam Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Derek Van Dam.

Derek Van Dam Wiki

• Full Names: Derek Van Dam
• Popular As: Derek
• Gender: Male
• Occupation / Profession: Journalist
• Nationality: American
• Race / Ethnicity: White
• Religion: Christianity
• Sexual Orientation: Straight

Van Dam Birthday

• Age / How Old?: 37 (2020)
• Zodiac Sign: Libra
• Date of Birth: 7 October 1983
• Place of Birth: Oklahoma, United States
• Birthday: 7 October

Derek Body Measurements

• Body Measurements: Not Available
• Height / How Tall?: 5 feet 11 inches (1.80 meters)
• Weight: Not Known
• Eye Color: Blue
• Hair Color: Dark-Brown
• Shoe Size: Not Available
• Biceps Size: Not Available
• Chest Size: Not Available
• Waist Size: Not Available
• Hip Size: Not Available

Van Dam Family and Relationship

• Father (Dad): Not Known
• Mother: Not Known
• Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Not Known
• Marital Status: Married
• Wife/Spouse or Husband/Spouse: Married to Taya
• Children: Sons (Logan Malloy Van Dam) Daughter(s) (Maya Sophie)

Derek Net Worth and Salary

• Net Worth: $1 million and $5 million
• Salary: $37,311 to $144,282
• Source of Income: Journalist

Van Dam House and Cars

• Place of living: Atlanta, GA
• Cars: Car Brand to be Updated

Derek Van Dam CNN International

Before joining CNN International, Van Dam was credited with raising the quality and standards of weather broadcasting across the African continent with his previous position as Chief Meteorologist at eNCA (eNews Channel Africa).

He managed a team of 7 meteorologists & climatologists while anchoring daily weather bulletins for the station’s flagship news shows.

His humanitarian work with a U.S.-based non-governmental organization (NGO) called “The Compassionate Life Foundation” is what first brought him to South Africa, where he fell in love with the region, and in 2008 relocated to Cape Town to pursue a unique position, head of news, within his field of work; launching South Africa’s first 24-hour news channel, ENCA.

Before moving to Africa, he worked as a morning weather anchor at an NBC affiliate Flint, in the Wolverine State, Michigan, after college.

Frequently Asked Questions About Derek Van Dam

Who is Derek Van Dam?

Van Dam is a well-known weather anchor for CNN International. Prior to joining CNN, he was credited with raising the quality and standards of weather broadcasting across the African continent with his previous position as Chief Meteorologist at eNCA (eNews Channel Africa).

How old is Derek Van Dam?

Van Dam is an American national born on October 7, 1983, in Oklahoma, United States of America.

How tall is Van Dam?

Van Dam stands at a height of 5feet 11inches (1.80 meters).

Is Derek married?

Yes, he is married to Taya Van Dam. Together they have one child. The couple resides in Atlanta, GA together with their daughter.

How much is Van Dam’s Worth?

Van Dam 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 Derek make?

Salaries at CNN range from an average of $37,311 to $144,282 a year. However, these figures may vary substantially according to the level of seniority of the employee in question. At the moment, we do not have the exact salary and net worth of Van Dam but we’ll keep tabs and update once it is available.

Where does Van Dam live?

He is a resident of Atlanta, GA, USA, we shall upload pictures of his house as soon as we have them.

Is Derek dead or alive?

Van Dam is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.

Where is Van Dam Now?

Van Dam is pursuing his career in journalism. He is working as a news reporter at CNN.

Derek Van Dam Social Media Contacts

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• Linkedin
• Tiktok
• Website

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