Don Schwenneker Biography
Don Schwenneker is an American meteorologist working for ABC11 as the chief meteorologist seen in the morning and noon. He joined the ABC11 news team in January 2011, after previously working for WBBM-TV.
Schwenneker earned a Certified Broadcast Meteorologist seal from the American Meteorological Society. He also earned a Seal of Approval from the National Weather Association. Prior to joining Eyewitness News in Chicago, he worked at WBBM-TV where he served as a meteorologist. Before that Don worked at WTAJ-TV in Altoona, Pennsylvania, and WTAE-TV in Pittsburgh. In addition, Schwenneker started his weather career more than two decades ago at KBIM-TV in Roswell, New Mexico where he served as a lead forecaster.
Don’s colleagues nicknamed him “Big Weather,” for being the tall meteorologist on television. He was also nicknamed “Big Weather” because, during big weather events such as tornadoes and flood warnings, he is always on television broadcasting. In addition, Schwenneker is also a volunteer firefighter which he has done for 7 years in Pennsylvania.
Don is a certified rescue technician & first responder. Furthermore, Don also does other public service including; Fire, police, certification as a 911 call-taker/dispatcher, and EMS dispatching. In addition, Schwenneker is a resident food expert at ABC11 and he showcases his talent for flavor on the Big Recipe segment every Friday.
Don Schwenneker Salary
Schwenneker earns a salary of about $47,000-$120,000.
Don Schwenneker Net Worth
Schwenneker has an estimated net worth of about $1 Million – $7 Million which he has earned through his career as a meteorologist.
Don Schwenneker Age
Schwenneker was born on May 17, 1972, in Des Moines, Iowa, United States. He is 52 years old as of 2024, and he celebrates his birthday on the 17th of May every year.
Don Schwenneker Height and Weight
Schwenneker stands at a height of 6 feet 5 inches tall. However, information about his weight will be updated when available.
Don Schwenneker Family
Schwenneker likes to keep his personal life private hence he has neither disclosed the names of his parent nor those of his siblings. However, this information will be updated when available.
Don Schwenneker Wife and Children
Schwenneker is married to Kim Schwenneker whom he tied the knot with on March 23, 1996. Don and Kim have been blessed with three children whose names he has not disclosed.
Social Media Platform
Schwenneker is very active on his Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook pages. He has 13.8k followers on Twitter 13k followers on Instagram, and 53k followers on Facebook.