André Bernier Biography
André Bernier is an Emmy award-winning American meteorologist currently working as a weather anchor and reporter at FOX 8 WJW in Cleveland, Ohio, United States. He joined the station in 1988 as a meteorologist for FOX 8 News at 5 PM.
André Bernier Age| Birthday
How old is Bernier? He is 65 years old as of 2024. He was born on May 22, 1959, in New Bedford, Massachusetts, United States.
André Bernier Education
Bernier went to New Bedford High School in 1977, afterward, he joined Lyndon State College in Lyndonville, Vermont where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Meteorology in 1981.
André Bernier Height|Weight
He stands on an average height of 5 feet 7 inches and weighs around 70kgs.
André Bernier Family
Bernier was born in New Bedford, Massachusetts, United States to his parents Herve Bernier his father, and Claire Bernier his mother. However, he has not revealed more information regarding his family members. This information will be updated as soon as it is available.
André Bernier Wife|Married
Bernier is happily married to his wife Sally Bernier, a well-known figure in Cleveland television and a certified meteorologist, they first crossed met during their college years in 1978. Sally decided to retire completely from broadcast meteorology in 2009 to dedicate herself to being a stay-at-home mom.
André Bernier Children| kids
Bernier and his wife Sally Bernier are blessed with a son named Noah Bernier. However, he has not revealed more information regarding his son. This information will be updated as soon as it is available.
André Bernier Career
Bernier has been affiliated with WJW since 1988, he serves as the meteorologist for FOX 8 News at 5 PM. He initially joined WJW in 1988, coinciding with the station’s pioneering move to introduce a one-hour weekday-morning newscast from 6 AM to 7 AM in Cleveland.
He remained on weekday mornings for over 19 years before transitioning to join Cleveland’s beloved figure, Dick Goddard. Bernier introduced the concept of an outdoor weather set, an idea he brought from his previous role at KARE-TV-11, the NBC affiliate in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Following his graduation, he ventured from New England to become a weekend meteorologist in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, at the premier station of eastern Iowa, KGAN (formerly known as WMT-AM-FM-TV). After just eight months, Bernier departed Iowa to join the national cable channel, The Weather Channel. He and Bruce Kalinowski (Edwards) constituted the inaugural on-camera meteorology team when The Weather Channel commenced broadcasting on Sunday, May 2, 1982, at 8:00 PM EDT.
In 1985, he relocated to Minneapolis, where he contributed to WWTC-AM, served as a trans-Atlantic flight forecaster for Northwest Airlines, and eventually joined KARE-TV, Minneapolis, where he collaborated with his wife, Sally, during the weekday morning newscasts.
Bernier is presently pursuing his commercial pilot’s license. He has a passion for aviation, hiking, and engagement in Christian ministries. Additionally, Bernier holds ordination as a minister, a recognition conferred upon him at Grace Community Church in Massillon in May of 2006.
Awards and honors
- AMS Seal of Approval
- Two-time Lower Great Lakes Emmy Awards recipient
André Bernier Salary|Net Worth
Bernier has an estimated salary ranging between $70,000 – $125,000 and has an estimated net worth of $1 Million -$5 Million which he earns from his career.
Frequently asked questions about Bernier
Who is Bernier?
André Bernier is an Emmy award-winning American meteorologist currently working as a weather anchor and reporter at FOX 8 WJW in Cleveland, Ohio, United States. He joined the station in 1988 as a meteorologist for FOX 8 News at 5 PM.
Is Bernier Married?
Bernier is happily married to his wife Sally Bernier, a well-known figure in Cleveland television and a certified meteorologist, they first crossed met during their college years in 1978. Sally decided to retire completely from broadcast meteorology in 2009 to dedicate herself to being a stay-at-home mom.
Where does Bernier Live?
This information is under review and will be available soon.