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Michael Cogdill Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on June 5, 2026: By Mercy Chumba

Michael Cogdill is an American journalist and news anchor for Whns.

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Best Known For:The book She-Rain
Breakthrough:Became the face of WYFF 4 News, serving as the primary evening anchor for over three decades in 1989

10 Quick Facts About Michael Cogdill

  • Full Name: Michael Cogdill
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: News anchor
  • Known For: The book She-Rain
  • Current Employer: WHNS
  • Place of Birth: Asheville, North Carolina
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Jill Cogdill
  • Media Level: Local
  • Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M

Michael Cogdill Age

Michael Cogdill's exact age is not publicly confirmed.

Education

He attended University of North Carolina at Asheville, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Liberal Arts.

  • University of North Carolina at Asheville
    • Qualification: Bachelor of Arts (BA)
    • Field of Study: Liberal Arts

Career & Work

Michael Cogdill's career includes news and reporting roles with WHNS.

Organization: WHNS
Role: News Anchor

Rise to Fame

Michael Cogdill rose to prominence for his role for the book She-Rain.

Notable Works

  • Book: She-Rain (Author, 2010) — A critically acclaimed novel set in North Carolina

Notable Coverage

  • Interview with the Dalai Lama - WYFF - Conducted a notable interview with the spiritual leader

Awards & Achievements

  • Regional Emmy Award — NATAS — Journalism excellence
  • Edward R. Murrow Award — RTDNA — Excellence in electronic journalism

Michael Cogdill Family & Relationships

Michael Cogdill is married to Jill Cogdill.

Lesser Known Facts

  • Michael is a prolific author who has published several books including 'Cracker the Crab'.

Personal Information

  • Full Name: Michael Cogdill
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation: News anchor
  • Nationality: American
  • Living Status: Alive

Birth & Background

  • Place of Birth: Asheville, North Carolina

Family & Relationships

  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Jill Cogdill

Net Worth & Income

  • Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
  • Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
  • Source of Income: Employment

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  • Jill Cogdill (Spouse • Wife)

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