Sharrie Williams Biography
Sharrie Williams is an American anchor working for 6ABC news as the co-anchor of the 5 p.m. and on PHL17 at 10 p.m. She joined the 6ABC news in March 2014, as the anchor of the 5 p.m. newscast and reporter of the 11 p.m. newscast.
Sharrie Williams Education
Albany, Georgia is Sharrie’s native home and she attended the University of Tennessee where she earned an undergraduate degree in broadcasting communications. Later in 2017, she was awarded the University of Tennessee Alumni Promise Award presented to her by her alma mater. Furthermore, she also studied at the University of Pennsylvania in Mental Health Counseling where she earned a Masters and thus became a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Sharrie Williams Career
Williams has covered many stories over the years including; the unprecedented COVID-19 Pandemic, hosting town halls to address gun violence, and an exclusive interview with Will Smith’s mother after an unforgettable night at the Oscars. In addition, she has anchored many big stories such as; the team’s historic Championship win in 2018, the Phillies World Series run in 2022, the Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl appearance in 2023, Pope Francis’ visit to the World Meeting of Families in 2015, the 2016 Democratic National Convention, and the 2017 N.F.L. Draft.
In addition, Sharrie traveled across the country while reporting on the first Presidential Debate between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump. She also reported on the inauguration of President Trump. Williams also had the privilege to interview Barbara Walters who is a legendary ABC News host who signed off the air for the last time. Prior to arriving in Philadelphia, she worked at KTVT-TV in Dallas, Texas where she served as the weekend anchor and weekday reporter.
While Sharrie worked at KTVT-TV, she covered; Super Bowl XLV and record-breaking winter ice storms. Before that, she worked in Miami where she covered numerous stories for three years. She traveled to Haiti during the wake of an earthquake and four hurricanes. She also covered the legal trials of the rich and famous. When all eyes were on the Miami Heat after LeBron James shifted to the South Beach, she covered all that happened. Furthermore, Sharrie was selected by Success South Florida Magazine as the “Top 40 Under 40.”
Williams was also featured on the publication’s cover. She has also worked in Birmingham, Alabama where she worked at WVTM-TV as a news and sports anchor/ reporter. Before that, Sharrie worked at WBBJ-TV in Jackson, Tennessee where she served as news anchor. During her leisure time, she enjoys traveling across the Serengeti in Africa, attending major sporting events, and listening to live music (gospel, R&B, down South rap, and countryside music). She is also an active volunteer in many community groups and charities.
Sharrie Williams Salary
Williams earns a salary of about $47,000-$120,000.
Sharrie Williams Net Worth
Williams has an estimated net worth of about $1 Million – $7 Million which she has earned through her career as an anchor.
Sharrie Williams Age
Williams was born on April 21, 1979, in Albany, Georgia, United States. She is 45 years old as of 2024, and she celebrates her birthday on the 21st of April every year.
Sharrie Williams Height and Weight
Williams stands at a height of 5 feet 6 inches tall. However, information about her weight will be updated when available.
Sharrie Williams Family
Williams has a close-knit family including her parents, three siblings eight nieces, and one nephew. However, she has neither disclosed the names of her parents, siblings, nephew, or nieces.
Sharrie Williams Husband and Children
Williams has not disclosed her relationship status as she is very private with her personal life. However, this information will be updated when available.
Sharrie Williams Social Media Platform
Williams is very active on her Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook pages. She has 11.7k followers on Twitter 30.4k followers on Instagram, and 73k followers on Facebook.
