Leslie Sykes Biography
Leslie Sykes is an American Journalist who was born on June 27, 1965 in San Diego California. Currently, she works at KABC-TV, ABC News in Los Angeles, California as a Co-Anchor of the morning show “ABC7 Morning Show” and midday show “Eyewitness News”.
Prior to joining the ABC7 news team, she worked at WVUE-TV in New Orleans, Louisiana as a reporter and anchor. She worked at WDAM-TV in Hattiesburg, Mississippi as a reporter, anchor and producer. She served as a general assignment reporter at the Los Angeles Herald Examiner.
10 Quick Facts About Leslie Sykes
- Name: Leslie Sykes
- Age: 56 years
- Birthday: 27 June
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer
- Height: 5 feet 7 inches
- Nationality: American
- Occupation: Journalist, Television News Anchor, and Reporter
- Marital Status: Married
- Salary: $55,378
- Net worth: $1 Million – $5 Million
Leslie Sykes Age
Sykes is 56 years old as of 2021, she was born on June 27, 1965, in San Diego, California, United States of America. She celebrates her birthday on 27th June every year and her birth sign is Cancer.
Leslie Sykes Height
Leslie stands at a height of 5 feet 7 inches (1.70 meters).
Leslie Sykes Weight
Sykes Weighs 183 lbs (83 kg).
Leslie Sykes Education
Leslie attended and graduated from St. Joseph High School in Lakewood, California. She then enrolled at Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia, where she majored and graduated with a degree in English. She interned at at local independent television station KCOP-TV (now My Network TV affiliate).
Leslie Sykes Parents
Leslie was born to her parents Abel Baxton Sykes, Jr. and Sylvia Mae Thierry Sykes in San Diego, California. Her father worked as an administrator for Compton Community College. Soon after her birth in San Diego, California, her family moved to Compton, California.
Leslie Sykes Siblings
Sykes spent her childhood with her two older sibling sisters named Dawn Carol Sykes and Daphne Grace Sykes, in Compton, California. Further information regarding her sisters in detail is currently under review and will be updated as soon as it is available.
Leslie Sykes Husband
Leslie is currently married to her husband Patrick W. Spann. The couple is blessed with a son, and they currently reside in the View Park-Windsor Hills neighborhood of Los Angeles.
Leslie Sykes Husband Patrick W. Spann Age
Details about Sykes’ husband, Patrick W. Spann’s date of birth are not known, he likes to keep his personal matters away from the public eye hence making it difficult to know her exact age. This section will be updated as soon as it’s available.
Leslie Sykes Son
Leslie and her husband Patrick W. Spann are blessed with a son. However, there is no provided information regarding her son in detail since she has not disclosed it to the public yet. This information is currently under review and will be updated as soon as it is available.
Leslie Sykes Salary
Sykes’s annual salary is estimated to be $55,378 per year. She earns this lucrative income through her successful career as a television news anchor, journalist, and reporter.
Leslie Sykes Net Worth
Leslie has estimated net worth of between $1 million and $5 million dollars as of 2020. This includes her assets, money and income. Her primary source of income is her career as a Journalist. Through her various sources of income, she has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
Leslie Sykes Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Sykes;
Leslie Sykes Wiki
- Real Name: Leslie Ann Sykes
- Popular As: Leslie Sykes
- Gender: Female
- Occupation / Profession: Journalist, television news anchor, and reporter
- Nationality: American
- Race / Ethnicity: White
- Religion: Not known
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
Leslie Sykes Birthday
- Age / How Old?: 56 years (2021)
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer
- Date of Birth: June 27, 1965
- Place of Birth: San Diego, California, United States
- Birthday: 27th June
Leslie Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: Not Available
- Height / How Tall?: 5 feet 7 inches (1.70 meters).
- Weight: 183 lbs (83 kg)
- Eye Color: Hazel
- Hair Color: Light Brown
- Shoe Size: Not Available
- Dress Size: Not Available
- Breast Size: Not Available
- Waist Size: Not Available
- Hip Size: Not Available
Sykes Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Abel Baxton Sykes, Jr.
- Mother: Sylvia Mae Thierry Sykes
- Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Dawn Carol and Daphne Grace Sykes
- Marital Status: Married
- Husband/Spouse: Married to Patrick W. Spann
- Dating / Boyfriend: Not Applicable
- Children: Sons (One {1}) Daughter(s) (None)
Leslie Net Worth and Salary
- Net Worth: $1 Million – $5 Million
- Salary: $55,378
- Source of Income: Journalist, television news anchor, and reporter
Sykes House and Cars
- Place of living: View Park-Windsor Hills, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Cars: Car Brand to be Updated
Leslie Sykes Channel 7 News, KABC
Sykes is a journalist, television news anchor, and reporter. Currently, she co-anchors morning and midday newscast of the “Eyewitness News” at KABC-TV. Prior, she worked at WVUE where she received her first major market assignment in New Orleans, Louisiana. It is known that Leslie was requested to be the channel’s new top female weekend anchor at WBBM-TV.
Afterward, she was promoted in June 1999, to co-anchor the weekend edition of the “Eyewitness News”. Furthermore, Sykes has promoted again in the year 2009 to co-anchor the 11 am -Noon slot. She then joined the team on “Eyewitness News This Morning” as well. Most noteworthy, she began her profession as a journalist soon after graduating with a degree in English, from Spelman College.
Leslie worked as a general assignment reporter at the now-defunct Los Angeles Herald-Examiner. Afterward, she got an internship at My Network TV affiliate and later in the news department at Fox affiliate KTTV. Here, she served as a desk assistant.
Leslie Sykes Young
Leslie was born to parents Abel Baxton Sykes, Jr. and Sylvia Mae Thierry Sykes as Leslie Ann Sykes. Soon after her birth in San Diego, California, her family moved to Compton, California. Here, it is known that her father worked as an administrator for Compton Community College.
Most noteworthy, Leslie experienced her childhood along with her two siblings sisters, Dawn Carol and Daphne Grace. Citing her educational background, she went to St. Joseph High School where she studied and graduated.
Afterward, Leslie joined Spelman College where she majored and graduated with a degree in English. Most noteworthy, she made her film debut in Spike Lee’s 1988 film, School Daze, as “Miss Mission”.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leslie Sykes
Who is Leslie Sykes?
Leslie Sykes is an American Journalist. Currently, she works at KABC-TV, ABC News in Los Angeles, California as a Co-Anchor of the morning show “ABC7 Morning Show” and midday show “Eyewitness News”. Prior to joining the ABC7 news team, she worked at WVUE-TV in New Orleans, Louisiana as a reporter and anchor. She worked at WDAM-TV in Hattiesburg, Mississippi as a reporter, anchor and producer.
How old is Leslie Sykes?
Sykes is 56 years old as of 2021, she was born on June 27, 1965, in San Diego, California, United States of America.
How tall is Leslie Sykes?
Leslie stands at a height of 5 feet 7 inches (1.70 meters).
Is Leslie Sykes married?
Yes, she is currently married to her husband Patrick W. Spann. The couple is blessed with a son, and they currently reside in the View Park-Windsor Hills neighborhood of Los Angeles.
What happened to Leslie and Phillip Palmer?
How much is Sykes worth?
Leslie has estimated net worth of between $1 million and $5 million dollars as of 2020. This includes her assets, money and income. Her primary source of income is her career as a Journalist.
How much does Leslie make?
Sykes’s annual salary is estimated to be $55,378 per year. She earns this lucrative income through her successful career as a television news anchor, journalist, and reporter.
Where does Sykes live?
She is a resident of View Park-Windsor Hills, Los Angeles, California, USA, we shall upload pictures of her house as soon as we have them.
Is Leslie dead or alive?
She is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of her being sick or having any health-related issues.
Where is Sykes now?
Leslie is pursuing her career in journalism. Currently, she serves as the morning and midday co-anchor of the “Eyewitness News” at KABC-TV.
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