Phil Ponce Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Phil Ponce is an American anchor emeritus best known for Chicago Tonight.

10 Quick Facts About Phil Ponce

• Full Name: Phil Ponce
• Nationality: American
• Profession: Media Personality
• Known For: Chicago Tonight
• Current Role: Anchor Emeritus
• Current Employer: Wttw
• Age: 76 years old
• Date of Birth: September 20, 1949
• Place of Birth: East Chicago, Indiana
• Marital Status: Married

Phil Ponce Age

Phil Ponce is about 77 years old as of 2026. Phil Ponce was born in 1949.

Education

His educational background includes studies at University of Michigan Law School and Indiana University.

• University of Michigan Law School
  • Qualification: Juris Doctor (JD)
  • Field of Study: Law
• Indiana University
  • Qualification: Bachelor's degree
  • Field of Study: English

Career & Work

Phil Ponce has worked in television journalism and broadcasting.

Rise to Fame

Notable Works

Notable works include Chicago Tonight.

TV & Streaming

• TV show: Chicago Tonight (Host, 1992–2021)

Notable Coverage

• Chicago Mayoral Elections — WTTW — <p>Moderated countless political debates and election night coverage.</p>

Awards & Achievements

• Emmy Award — NATAS
  Interviewing/Hosting

Phil Ponce Salary

Phil Ponce 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.

Phil Ponce Net Worth

Phil Ponce'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.

Phil Ponce Family & Relationships

Phil Ponce is married to Ann. He has 3 children, including Dan Ponce and Anthony Ponce.

• Children:
  • Dan Ponce
  • Anthony Ponce
  • Maria Ponce

Phil Ponce Facts

Personal Information

• Full Name: Phil Ponce
• Gender: Male
• Occupation: Media Personality
• Nationality: American
• Living Status: Alive
• Ethnicity: Hispanic / Latino

Birth & Background

• Date of Birth: September 20, 1949
• Age: 76
• Birthday: September 20
• Zodiac Sign: Virgo
• Place of Birth: East Chicago, Indiana

Measurements

• Height: Not publicly disclosed
• Weight: Not publicly disclosed
• Eye Color: Brown
• Hair Color: Gray

Family & Relationships

• Marital Status: Married
• Spouse / Partner: Ann

Net Worth & Income

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

Related Biographies

• Dan Ponce (Child • Son; WGN Anchor)
• Anthony Ponce (Child • Son; FOX 32 Anchor)