Keitha Nelson Biography
Keitha Nelson is a skilled and award-winning American journalist who is currently working for WTLV 12 in Jacksonville, Florida, United States, as an anchor/reporter. In addition, she can be seen co-anchoring Good Morning Jacksonville.
Keitha Nelson Age| Birthday
How old is Nelson? She is around 40 years old as of 2024. Her age is currently not available, research is ongoing will update it as soon as it is available.
Keitha Nelson Education
Nelson graduated from Nicholls State University, where she attended on a Track and Field scholarship.
Keitha Nelson Height|Weight
She stands on an average height of 5 feet 7 inches and weighs around 70kgs.
Keitha Nelson Family
Nelson was born in the United States, however, she has not revealed information regarding her family members. This information is under review and will be available soon.
Keitha Nelson Husband|Married
Nelson is in a happy marriage. However, she has not revealed more information regarding her husband. This information is under review and will be available soon.
Keitha Nelson Children| kids
Nelson and her husband are blessed with twins named Journey and Trey. However, she has not revealed more information regarding her children. This information is under review and will be available soon.
Keitha Nelson Career
Nelson’s career in the news industry began in 2004, and she presently holds the role of co-anchor on Good Morning Jacksonville. Her dedication lies in serving the Jacksonville community, which she has called home for nearly a decade. As part of the First Coast News team, Nelson has played a role in leading coverage of significant hurricanes, such as Hurricanes Matthew and Irma, that have wreaked havoc on First Coast communities.
In recognition of her outstanding work and positive influence in the community, Nelson has been bestowed with the Ken Knight award, among various other community service accolades for her journalism and contributions to Jacksonville. Notably, she has also been honored with an Award of Excellence in Broadcast Journalism by Women in Media.
Nelson has made significant contributions to team achievements, including both an Edward R. Murrow and a Peabody award for their coverage of Hurricane Katrina and an Emmy award. Her journalistic endeavors have spanned breaking news stories across the country, where she secured exclusive interviews with national figures and prominent newsmakers, including her comprehensive coverage of the Kamiyah Mobley story.
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Nelson is passionate about recounting the stories of underserved communities and preserving the legacies of historical figures. In 2021, she played a key role in the creation of a special program called “Vivid Hues: Stories of Black History,” which featured local artists and trailblazers, highlighting lesser-known stories in a creative and eye-opening manner. Additionally, she is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
Nelson shared her journey to motherhood in a six-part series on Good Morning Jacksonville and First Coast News’ YouTube page, where she candidly discussed her experience with In Vitro Fertilization, emphasizing the importance of not suffering in silence. She considers this series one of the most rewarding projects in her career, as it provided support to families across the First Coast and beyond.
Philanthropy
Nelson is actively engaged with various organizations in the Jacksonville area, offering her time and voice to support local groups. She also serves on the board of the local non-profit Hope at Hand, an organization that provides art and poetry therapy to at-risk populations.
Keitha Nelson Salary|Net Worth
Nelson has an estimated salary ranging between $70,000 – $125,000 and has an estimated net worth of $1 Million -$5 Million which she earns from her career.
Frequently asked questions about Nelson
Who is Nelson?
Keitha Nelson is a skilled and award-winning American journalist who is currently working for WTLV 12 in Jacksonville, Florida, United States, as an anchor/reporter. In addition, she can be seen co-anchoring Good Morning Jacksonville.
Is Nelson Married?
Nelson is happily married to her husband whose name is not publicly known. This information is under review and will be available soon.
Where does Nelson Live?
This information is currently under review and will be available soon.