Bob Kelly Biography
Bob Kelly (born on February 11, 1963) is an American journalist and anchor at FOX 29. He became a part of the news team in October 2014, initially serving as the traffic reporter for “Good Day Philadelphia.”
Beyond his traffic reporting role, Bob is known for hosting regular morning segments such as “Kelly’s Classroom,” “Breakfast with Bob,” and “Town Takeover.” These segments showcase his community engagement, connecting with viewers of “Good Day Philadelphia.”
Moreover, Bob has co-hosted the Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Parade for over fifteen years, adding a vibrant touch to the city’s annual celebration.
Bob Kelly Age
Quick facts about Bob Kelly are listed below:
- Full Name: Bob Kelly
- Gender: Male
- Age: 60 years oldÂ
- Birth Date: February 11, 1963
- Place Of Birth: Northeast Philadelphia, United States
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
- Salary: $40,000 – $ 110,500
- Net Worth: $1 million – $5 million dollars
- Marital Status: Divorced
- Wife: Carrie Kelly
- Height: 5 feet 10 inches (1.80 m)
- Children: Six
- Mother’s Name: Not known
- Father’s Name: Not known
- Siblings: Not known
- Profession: Journalist
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Bob Kelly Education
Bob Kelly Family
| Father | Not Known |
| Mother | Not Known |
| Brothers and Sister | Not Available |
| Wife / Partner | Carrie Kelly |
Bob Kelly Wife
Bob was initially married to his first wife, Carrie Kelly, and together they were blessed with six children. However, the couple decided to part ways, and they officially separated on March 10, 2008. Due to Bob Kelly’s preference for keeping his personal life private, it is not publicly known whether he remarried after the divorce.
Bob Kelly Children
Bob is the proud father of six children with his ex-wife Carrie—two daughters and four sons. He humorously refers to his family as “The Brady Bunch,” playfully mentioning, “I like the tax deductions.”
The diversity in ages among his children is notable. His oldest child got married in September, the second one recently graduated from Penn State, and he has three high schoolers. Additionally, there is a six-year-old, adding a lively mix of ages to Bob Kelly’s family dynamic.
Bob Kelly Salary
Bob Kelly Net Worth
Bob has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 million – $5 million dollars. This includes his assets, money, and income, which he accumulates from her successful career as a journalist.
Bob Kelly at FOX 29 News
Bob Kelly is a dynamic presence at FOX 29 News, having joined the team in October 2014 as the traffic reporter for “Good Day Philadelphia.” In addition to his traffic reporting role, he hosts several popular morning segments, including “Kelly’s Classroom,” “Breakfast with Bob,” and “Town Takeover,” all of which involve community engagement to connect with “Good Day Philadelphia” viewers.
Furthermore, Bob is the host of “Kelly Drives,” a weekly half-hour show that debuted in February 2022. In this program, he takes viewers on a ride around the Philadelphia area, showcasing interesting places to visit. The show airs on Thursdays at 6:30 pm.
Before his tenure at FOX 29, Bob spent 13 years as the Traffic Anchor at CBS 3 in Philadelphia, making history as the first Philadelphia traffic anchor to present reports in front of the green screen. Known for his animated and entertaining style, he earned the title of “The Dean of Traffic” with popular phrases like “Jammo,” “Two Jelly Donut Delay,” and the “Conshy Curve.”
Bob, an Emmy Award-winning Traffic Anchor, has not only entertained sports fans at Eagles, Flyers, and Sixers games but has also co-hosted the Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Parade for over 15 years. Originating from Northeast Philadelphia, he created the festive “A Very Kelly Christmas” program, broadcasting live from the front lawns of the best-decorated houses in December.
With a background as a radio disc jockey and experience at various popular radio stations in Philadelphia, Bob transitioned to news when traffic became a newsworthy segment at KYW News Radio. A graduate of North Catholic High School and Temple University, Bob is deeply rooted in the local community. He is a Northeast Philadelphia native, a proud father of three children and two grandchildren, and currently resides in Malvern, PA.
Is Bob Kelly still married?
Yes, Bob was initially married to his first wife, Carrie Kelly, and together they were blessed with six children.
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