Markie Martin Biography
Markie Martin is an American anchor working for NEWS NATION as a Dallas Bureau Correspondent and co-anchor of “Morning in America,” on weekdays at 6 a.m.-10 a.m. ET alongside Adrienne Bankert. She joined the NEWS NATION news team in May 2020, after previously working for KOCO 5 News.
Markie Martin Career
Before venturing into television news, Martin played a role in the events planning team at The Atlantic and National Journal in Washington, D.C. She earned her degree in Journalism and Latin American and Iberian Studies from the University of Richmond. Notably, since 2009, she has held a private pilot license, showcasing her skills and interests beyond her journalism career. Additionally, she has built a distinguished career in journalism, marked by notable roles and impactful reporting. She embarked on her journalistic journey with NewsNation in May 2020, initially serving as the network’s correspondent based in Dallas. Displaying her versatility and expertise, she took on the role of co-anchor for “Morning in America” alongside Adrienne Bankert in June 2023, contributing to the weekday morning program from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. ET.
Throughout her tenure at NewsNation, she has covered a wide range of major stories, including the U.S. border crisis, natural disasters such as Hurricanes Ida and Laura, and the toxic train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Notably, in 2022, she conducted an exclusive interview with former President Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago, delving into his 2024 presidential plans and addressing crucial issues facing the nation. Prior to joining NewsNation, she held the position of weekday morning show anchor for KOCO 5 News (ABC) in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. In this capacity, she navigated through wall-to-wall breaking news and weather coverage, reporting on significant events such as the Oklahoma teacher strike, the 23rd anniversary of the Oklahoma City bombing, and the extended investigation into the disappearance of eight-year-old Kirsten Hatfield.
Her journey in broadcast journalism commenced at KTEN News (NBC) in Denison, Texas. Here, she served as both an anchor and reporter, laying the groundwork for her impactful career.
Markie Martin Salary
Martin earns an annual salary of about $47,000-$120,000.
Markie Martin Net Worth
Martin has an estimated net worth of about $1 Million – $7 Million which she has earned through her career as an anchor.
Markie Martin Age
Martin was born on March 29, 1990, in Ada, Oklahoma, United States. She is 34 years old as of 2024, and she celebrates her birthday on the 29th of March every year.
Markie Martin Height and Weight
Martin stands at a height of 5 feet 6 inches tall, and she weighs 125 lbs (75kgs).
Markie Martin Family
Martin is the daughter of Dr. David who is also a licensed pilot and Penny Martin. She is an elder sister to Margo who attends Texas Christian University.
Markie Martin Husband and Children
Martin is married to Chris McClain and they tied the knot at Seaside, Florida. Together, they are expecting a baby girl who will be welcomed in May. She resides in Oklahoma together with her family.
Markie Martin Pregnant
Martin enthusiastically disclosed her pregnancy on Tuesday during the 8 a.m. segment of her show, Morning in America. Catching her colleagues off guard during the Ask the Doctors segment, she joyfully revealed that she is anticipating the arrival of a baby girl in May. Despite playfully acknowledging the difficulty of keeping the news under wraps, she conveyed her excitement and humorously recounted the struggles of maintaining good posture and concealing her pregnancy over the past 18 weeks.
This impending arrival holds special significance for her as it marks her first experience with motherhood. Throughout the announcement, she shared insights into her journey, discussing heightened hunger and fatigue while fortunately experiencing minimal nausea. Adding a touch of humor, she also mentioned encountering unexpected skin issues and alluded to seeking advice from medical professionals to navigate these newfound challenges in her pregnancy.
Markie Martin NEWS NATION
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Markie Martin Social Media Platform
Martin is very active on her Twitter, Instagram and Facebook pages. She has 13.4k followers on Twitter 21.9k followers on Instagram and 11.1k followers on Facebook.