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Amyre Makupson Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on April 7, 2026: By Dominic Newman

Amyre Makupson is an American retired anchor best known for Ten O'Clock News.

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10 Quick Facts About Amyre Makupson

  • Full Name: Amyre Makupson
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Media Personality
  • Known For: Ten O'Clock News
  • Current Role: Retired Anchor
  • Current Employer: Wkbd Tv
  • Age: 78 years old
  • Date of Birth: September 30, 1947
  • Place of Birth: River Rouge, Michigan
  • Marital Status: Widowed
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Amyre Makupson Age

Amyre Makupson is about 79 years old as of 2026. Amyre Makupson was born in 1947.

Education

Her educational background includes studies at Fisk University and American University.

  • Fisk University
    • Qualification: Bachelor's degree
    • Field of Study: Journalism
  • American University
    • Qualification: Master's degree
    • Field of Study: Speech Arts and Communications

Career & Work

Amyre Makupson has worked in television journalism and broadcasting.

Organization: WKBD-TV
Role: News Anchor
Period: 1975–2002
Details: Detroit · Iconic Detroit news anchor
Organization: WKBD-TV
Role: Anchor
Period: 1975–2002
Details: Detroit · Main anchor for the Ten O'Clock News

Rise to Fame

Amyre Makupson gained widespread recognition through the television show Ten O'Clock News.

Notable Works

Notable works include Ten O'Clock News.

TV & Streaming

  • TV show: Ten O'Clock News (Anchor, 1975–2002)

Amyre Makupson Salary

Amyre Makupson receives an estimated annual salary ranging between $45K – $188K. This estimate is based on typical earnings for a Media Personality in their country and may vary depending on seniority, employer, and deals.

Amyre Makupson Net Worth

Amyre Makupson's net worth is estimated to be between $375K – $3.8M (Est). This includes assets, earnings, and accumulated income, with the primary source of income being their career as a media personality.

Amyre Makupson Family & Relationships

Amyre Makupson is widowed. She has 1 child, including Amyre Makupson Jr.

  • Children:
    • Amyre Makupson Jr.

Amyre Makupson Facts

Personal Information

  • Full Name: Amyre Makupson
  • Gender: Female
  • Occupation: Media Personality
  • Nationality: American
  • Living Status: Alive
  • Ethnicity: Black / African

Birth & Background

  • Date of Birth: September 30, 1947
  • Age: 78
  • Birthday: September 30
  • Zodiac Sign: Libra
  • Place of Birth: River Rouge, Michigan

Measurements

  • Height: Not publicly disclosed
  • Weight: Not publicly disclosed
  • Eye Color: Brown
  • Hair Color: Black

Family & Relationships

  • Marital Status: Widowed
  • Spouse / Partner: Lonnie Peek

Net Worth & Income

  • Primary Income Country: Not publicly disclosed
  • Salary: $45K – $188K (Est)
  • Net Worth: $375K – $3.8M (Est)
  • Source of Income: Employment

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  • Lonnie Peek (Spouse • Late Husband)

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