Kym Kemp Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Kym Kemp is an American journalist and founder, owner, writer and editor for Redheaded Blackbelt.

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Best Known For:Founder, Owner, Writer and Editor at Redheaded Blackbelt

Breakthrough:Established Redheaded Blackbelt as an independent local news platform

10 Quick Facts About Kym Kemp

Full Name: Kym Kemp
Nationality: American
Profession: Journalist and reporter
Known For: Colleague of Oliver Cory
Current Role: Founder, owner, writer and editor
Current Employer: Redheaded Blackbelt
Place of Birth: California
Marital Status: Married
Specialization: Journalist, Reporter, and Editor
Beats: Crime / Public Safety and Politics / Government

Kym Kemp Age

Kym Kemp's exact age is not publicly confirmed.

Education

She attended Humboldt State University, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in English.

Humboldt State University
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Field of Study: English

Career & Work

Kym Kemp's career includes writing and editorial roles with Redheaded Blackbelt.

Organization: Redheaded Blackbelt

Role: Founder, Owner, Writer and Editor

Period: Current

Details: Humboldt County, California · Owns and operates an independent news organization serving the Emerald Triangle, with responsibilities including journalism, photography and advertising.

Rise to Fame

Kym Kemp became known for her work as founder, Owner, Writer and Editor at Redheaded Blackbelt.

Notable Coverage

Rohnert Park police evidence controversy – Redheaded Blackbelt – 2018 – Reported allegations involving police officers taking marijuana during enforcement activity without recording it as evidence. The reporting received wider attention
Humboldt County and Emerald Triangle community news – Redheaded Blackbelt – Reports on public safety, local government, emergencies and community developments across Northern California
Highway 101 traffic incidents – Redheaded Blackbelt – 2026 – Reported on October 2026 collisions affecting northbound traffic near Redwood Valley

Awards & Achievements

Unsung Hero Award — Society of Professional Journalists, Northern California Chapter — 2018 — Hyperlocal community journalism and investigative reporting.

Lesser Known Facts

She holds a black belt in Tang Soo Do.
The name Redheaded Blackbelt refers to her martial arts background and former red hair.
She personally handles work ranging from reporting and photography to advertising for her publication.
Her publication received recognition for investigative reporting that was followed by larger news organizations.
She has expressed a strong personal attachment to the landscapes and communities of Northern California.
She has publicly explained that her hair turned gray after years working in news reporting.

Personal Information

Full Name: Kym Kemp
Gender: Female
Occupation: Journalist and reporter
Nationality: American
Living Status: Alive

Birth & Background

Place of Birth: California

Measurements

Hair Color: Gray

Family & Relationships

Marital Status: Married

Net Worth & Income

Salary: $60,000–$262,000 (Estimated range)
Net Worth: $361,000–$5,162,000 (Estimated range)

Source of Income: Broadcast employment and related professional work

Related Biographies

Oliver Cory (Colleague • Photographer, writer and technical contributor to Redheaded Blackbelt.)
Lisa Music (Colleague • Redheaded Blackbelt reporter covering Southern Humboldt and regional news.)