Bob Griffin Biography
Bob Griffin was an American radio and television journalist with more than fifty years of experience in broadcasting. Prior to this, he worked for a film company in St. Louis, Missouri, and then appeared in an off-Broadway show in New York City.
Bob Griffin Age
Griffin was born on August 8, 1934, in Fort Smith, Arkansas Louisiana, United States, and died on 3 February 2020 at the age of 85 years in Shreveport. He used to celebrate his birthday on August 8th every year.
Bob Griffin Height and Weight
Griffin stands at an average height. He appears to be quite tall in stature if his photos, relative to his surroundings, are anything to go by. However, details regarding his actual height and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We will update this section when the information is available.
Bob Griffin Education
he went to the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville where he studied and graduated. In addition to this, he joined the University of Nebraska in the capital city of Lincoln, Nebraska.
Bob Griffin Family, Parents, Siblings
Bob was born and raised by his parents in Fort Smith, Arkansas Louisiana. Our efforts to find out more about his family came to no avail as no such information is publicly available. Thus, the identity of his parents is still unclear. It is also not known if he has any siblings. We will update this section once this information is available.
Bob Griffin Husband and Children
Griffin was married to Robbie Denise who is the former Clingan born on October 28, 1957. As a result of their marriage, the couple was blessed with twin daughters who in turn produced ten grandchildren for them. Furthermore, He and his lovely wife served as Sunday school directors at the Emmanuel Baptist Church, a Southern Baptist congregation in Shreveport, where Mrs. Griffin is on the staff as the children’s director.
Bob Griffin Salary
Details pertaining to his annual earnings are currently unavailable. This information is however currently under review and will soon be updated.
Bob Griffin Net Worth
Bob’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $5 million dollars. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as a journalist. Through his various sources of income, he has been able to accumulate good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
Bob Griffin Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Bob Griffin.
Bob Griffin Wiki
- Full Names: Bob Griffin
- Popular As: Bob
- Gender: Male
- Occupation / Profession: Radio and Television Journalist
- Nationality: American
- Race / Ethnicity: White
- Religion: Not Known
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
Bob Griffin Birthday
- Age / How Old?: 85 years in 2020
- Zodiac Sign: Not Available
- Date of Birth: August 8, 1934
- Place of Birth: Fort Smith, Arkansas Louisiana, United States
- Birthday: August 8
Bob Griffin Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: Not Available
- Height / How Tall?: Not Known
- Weight: Not Known
- Eye Color: Not Available
- Hair Color: Not Available
- Shoe Size: Not Available
- Dress Size: Not Available
- Breast Size: Not Available
- Waist Size: Not Available
- Hip Size: Not Available
Bob Griffin Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Not Known
- Mother: Not Known
- Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Not Known
- Marital Status: Married
- Dating / Girlfriend: married to Robbie Denise
- Children: 2
Bob Griffin Net Worth and Salary
- Net Worth: $1 million and $5 million
- Salary: Under Review
- Source of Income: Radio and Television Journalist
Bob Griffin KSLA News
Griffin is currently a radio and television journalist with more than fifty years of experience in broadcasting in his adopted city of Shreveport, Louisiana. He worked for a film company in St. Louis, Missouri, and then appeared in an off-Broadway show in New York City. griffin joined KSLA, the CBS affiliate established seven years earlier in 1954 as the first television station in Shreveport.
He hosted the short-lived What’s News? weekend quiz program for high school students, based on current events with questions taken from KSLA news and sports broadcasts of the preceding week. He was principally the sports editor at KSLA and became personally acquainted with scores of area athletes, some of whom reached national prominence. In his early years at the station, his major colleagues included Don Owen, a native of Oklahoma as news anchor from 1954 to 1984, mand Al Bolton, a native of Alexandria, Louisiana, and the chief meteorologist from 1954 to 1991.
Griffin handled sports twice daily five days a week and the weather five nights a week. He covered the leading high school games on Friday nights as well as pertinent college and professional teams.
Griffin is assisting Caddo Parish Sheriff Steve Prator in the promotion of the department’s “Safety Town” located between Walker Road and Jewella Avenue near the South Park Summer Grove Baptist Church. The organization was established to teach children how to avoid danger and to protect their own safety. Griffin handled sports twice daily five days a week and the weather five nights a week. He covered the leading high school games on Friday nights as well as pertinent college and professional teams.
Bob Griffin Honors
- 2000 “Sportsman of the Year, Independence Bowl Foundation
- 2004 “Mr. Shreveport”, from the local Optimist Club
- 2005 induction into the Centenary College Sports Hall of Fame
- 2005 “Louisiana Sportscaster of the Year” by the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association
- 2009 “Distinguished Service Award” from the Louisiana Sportswriters Association at the annual Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame induction banquet in Natchitoches. Griffin shared the honor with Orville K. “Buddy” Davis, long-time sports editor of the Ruston Daily Leader in Ruston, Louisiana.
- 2011 Five Living Legends of Shreveport, Danny Fox (1954-2014) of KWKH radio.
Fox named Griffin as one of the Top 5 “Living Legends” of Shreveport, along with James Burton and Hank Williams, Jr. Two others honored, Frank Page and Claude King, died in 2013.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bob Griffin
Who is Bob?
Bob Griffin was an American radio and television journalist with more than fifty years of experience in broadcasting. Prior to this, he worked for a film company in St. Louis, Missouri, and then appeared in an off-Broadway show in New York City.
How old is Bob?
Griffin was born on August 8, 1934, in Fort Smith, Arkansas Louisiana, United States, and died on 3 February 2020 at the age of 85 years in Shreveport. He used to celebrate his birthday on August 8th every year.
How tall is Bob?
Griffin stands at an average height. He appears to be quite tall in stature if his photos, relative to his surroundings, are anything to go by. However, details regarding his actual height and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We will update this section when the information is available.
Is Bob married?
Griffin was married to Robbie Denise who is the former Clingan born on October 28, 1957. As a result of their marriage, the couple was blessed with twin daughters who in turn produced ten grandchildren for them. Furthermore, He and his lovely wife served as Sunday school directors at the Emmanuel Baptist Church, a Southern Baptist congregation in Shreveport, where Mrs. Griffin is on the staff as the children’s director.
How much is Bob worth?
Bob’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $5 million dollars. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as a journalist. Through his various sources of income, he has been able to accumulate good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
How much does Bob make?
Details pertaining to his annual earnings are currently unavailable. This information is however currently under review and will soon be updated.
Where does Bob live?
Because of security reasons, Bob has not shared his precise location of residence. We will update this information if we get the location and images of his house.
Is Bob dead or alive?
Bob is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.
Where is Bob Now?
To get his latest updates, visit his official social media accounts listed below.
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