Heidi Collins is an American journalist best known for playing Anchor in CNN Newsroom.
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Best Known For:The television show CNN Newsroom
Breakthrough:Became a nationally recognized face as an anchor for CNN Newsroom in 2002
10 Quick Facts About Heidi Collins
- Full Name: Heidi Collins
- Nationality: American
- Profession: News anchor and reporter
- Known For: The television show CNN Newsroom
- Current Role: Executive director of marketing
- Current Employer: Collins Consulting
- Date of Birth: July 9, 1967
- Age: 59 years old
- Place of Birth: Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Marital Status: Married
Heidi Collins Age
Heidi Collins is about 59 years old as of 2026. Heidi Collins was born in 1967.
Education
She attended Stephens College, where she earned a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism.
- Stephens College
- Qualification: Bachelor's Degree
- Field of Study: Journalism
Career & Work
Heidi Collins' career includes news and reporting roles with KMSP-TV FOX 9, a television station and CNN.
Organization: KMSP-TV FOX 9
Role: News Anchor
Period: 2010–2013
Details: Minneapolis, MN
Organization: CNN
Role: News Anchor
Period: 2002–2010
Details: Atlanta, GA / New York, NY
Rise to Fame
Heidi Collins rose to prominence for her role on the television show CNN Newsroom.
Notable Works
- TV Show: CNN Newsroom (Anchor)
Notable Coverage
- September 11 Attacks - CNN - 2001 - Extensive reporting on the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks
Awards & Achievements
- Emmy Award — NATAS — Breaking news coverage
Heidi Collins Family & Relationships
Heidi Collins is married to Mark Atencio. She has 2 children, Riley and Tyler.
- Children:
- Riley
- Tyler
Lesser Known Facts
- Heidi is a Type 1 Diabetic and has been an advocate for diabetes research.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Heidi Collins
- Gender: Female
- Occupation: News anchor and reporter
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: July 9, 1967
- Age: 59
- Birthday: July 9
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer
- Place of Birth: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Measurements
- Hair Color: Blonde
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Mark Atencio
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $80,000–$349,000 (Estimated range)
- Net Worth: $406,000–$5,796,000 (Estimated range)
- Source of Income: Broadcast employment and related professional work
Related Biographies
- Mark Atencio (Spouse • Husband)
