Diann Burns is an American journalist best known for playing Anchor in ABC7 News.
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Best Known For:The television show ABC7 News
Breakthrough:Became the highest-paid local news anchor in Chicago history upon joining WBBM-TV in 2003
10 Quick Facts About Diann Burns
- Full Name: Diann Burns
- Nationality: American
- Profession: News anchor
- Known For: The television show ABC7 News
- Date of Birth: September 22, 1956
- Age: 70 years old
- Place of Birth: Cleveland, Ohio
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Louis Williams
- Media Level: Local
Diann Burns Age
Diann Burns is about 70 years old as of 2026. Diann Burns was born in 1956.
Education
She attended Cleveland State University, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Journalism.
- Cleveland State University
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Field of Study: Journalism
Career & Work
Diann Burns' career includes news and reporting roles with WBBM-TV, a television station and WLS-TV.
Organization: WBBM-TV
Role: Main Anchor
Period: 2003–2008
Details: Chicago, IL
Organization: WLS-TV
Role: Anchor
Period: 1985–2003
Details: Chicago, IL
Rise to Fame
Diann Burns rose to prominence for her role on the television show ABC7 News.
Notable Works
- TV Show: ABC7 News (Anchor, 1985-2003)
Diann Burns Family & Relationships
Diann Burns is married to Louis Williams.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Diann Burns
- Gender: Female
- Occupation: News anchor
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: Black / African
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: September 22, 1956
- Age: 70
- Birthday: September 22
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo
- Place of Birth: Cleveland, Ohio
Measurements
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Black
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Louis Williams
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $64,000–$281,000 (Estimated range)
- Net Worth: $371,000–$5,295,000 (Estimated range)
- Source of Income: Broadcast employment and related professional work
Related Biographies
- Louis Williams (Spouse • Husband)
