Rick Ritter Biography
Rick Ritter is an American two-time Emmy Award-winning anchor working for WJZ-TV as an evening anchor at 5, 7, and 11 p.m. He joined the WJZ team in May 2014.
In addition to serving as an anchor at WJZ-TV, Ritter also serves as the co-host of Purple Pregame & Postgame Shows and he is part of the “Purple Playbook” Show alongside Super Bowl Champion, Torrey Smith. Ever since Rick came to Baltimore, he anchored the explosion that rocked a Northwest Baltimore neighborhood for which he won an Emmy award. He also earned an Emmy Award for “Outstanding Live Reporter.”
Over the years, Rick covered a number of the largest events throughout the city and in the region including; the mass shootings in Harford County, the death of Freddie Gray, and the EF-2 tornado that ripped through the Eastern Shore. Furthermore, Rick has served as the leader of a number of charity events throughout the year such as; “The Brigance Brigade” Foundation, and the station’s partnership with the SEED School of Maryland. Ritter also serves as a host for fundraisers for our fallen heroes and spearheads.
Philadelphia is Rick’s native home and he attended Widener University in Pennsylvania where he earned a Bachelor’s degree. In addition, while he was there for 4 years, he played in the University’s football team as a wide receiver and he was chosen to play in a national all-star game in Salem, Virginia. Prior to relocating to Baltimore Rick worked at NBC in Fort Myers/Naples, Florida and he began his career at the NBC affiliate in Atlanta City. During his leisure time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and their beautiful girls.
Rick Ritter Salary
Ritter earns a salary of about $47,000-$120,000.
Rick Ritter Net Worth
Ritter has an estimated net worth of about $1 Million – $7 Million which he has earned through his career as an anchor.
Rick Ritter Age
Ritter has neither disclosed the date, month nor the year he was born. Thus, it is not known how old he is or when he celebrates his birthday.
Rick Ritter Height and Weight
Ritter stands at a height of 5 feet 10 inches tall. However, information about his weight will be updated when available.
Rick Ritter Family
Ritter’s parents are Maria and Fred who had him while they resided in Roxborough, Philadelphia and while he was 8 years old they relocated from the place, Later on, they moved to South Jersey where his family still resides.
Rick Ritter Wife and Children
Ritter is married to Nicole whom he tied the knot with in June 2015 in Philadelphia. Their wedding was held at at St. Peter the Apostle Church and their reception at the Cescaphe Ballroom. Together they have been blessed with a daughter, Savannah Lyn who was born in October 2020
Rick Ritter Social Media Platform
Ritter is very active on his Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook pages. He has 7.1k followers on Twitter 5.2k followers on Instagram, and 8.6k followers on Facebook.