Kelly O’Donnell Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Kelly O'Donnell is an American white house correspondent best known for NBC Nightly News.

10 Quick Facts About Kelly O'Donnell

• Full Name: Kelly O'Donnell
• Nationality: American
• Profession: Media Personality
• Known For: NBC Nightly News
• Current Role: White House Correspondent
• Current Employer: NBC News
• Age: 60 years old
• Date of Birth: May 17, 1965
• Place of Birth: Cleveland, Ohio
• Marital Status: Married

Kelly O'Donnell Age

Kelly O'Donnell is about 61 years old as of 2026. Kelly O'Donnell was born in 1965.

Kelly O'Donnell Height

Kelly O'Donnell stands at a height of 5 feet 3 inches. This is approximately 160 cm.

Education

She attended Northwestern University, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Journalism.

• Northwestern University
  • Qualification: Bachelor's degree
  • Field of Study: Journalism
  • Period: 1987

Career & Work

Kelly O'Donnell has worked in television journalism and broadcasting.

Rise to Fame

Notable Works

Notable works include NBC Nightly News.

TV & Streaming

• TV show: NBC Nightly News (Correspondent, since 1994)

Awards & Achievements

• Emmy Award — NATAS
  Journalism

Kelly O'Donnell Salary

Kelly O'Donnell 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.

Kelly O'Donnell Net Worth

Kelly O'Donnell'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.

Kelly O'Donnell Family & Relationships

Kelly O'Donnell is married to J. David Ake.

Kelly O'Donnell Facts

Personal Information

• Full Name: Kelly O'Donnell
• Gender: Female
• Occupation: Media Personality
• Nationality: American
• Living Status: Alive
• Ethnicity: White

Birth & Background

• Date of Birth: May 17, 1965
• Age: 60
• Birthday: May 17
• Zodiac Sign: Taurus
• Place of Birth: Cleveland, Ohio

Measurements

• Height: 5 ft 3 in
• Weight: Not publicly disclosed
• Eye Color: Blue
• Hair Color: Blonde

Family & Relationships

• Marital Status: Married
• Spouse / Partner: J. David Ake

Net Worth & Income

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

Online Presence

• X (Twitter): https://x.com/KellyO
• instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyonbc