Wayne Dawson facts for kids

Wayne Dawson, born on April 24, 1955, is a well-known American TV news anchor. He helps host Fox 8 in the Morning, a popular morning show. This show is on WJW-TV Channel 8 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Before joining WJW in 1981, Wayne worked for two years at WNIR-FM in Kent, Ohio. There, he was both a news anchor and a reporter. Wayne studied at Cuyahoga Community College. He then went to Kent State University and graduated in 1979. He earned a degree in journalism. Today, Wayne lives in Highland Heights, Ohio.

Wayne Dawson's Career and Awards

Wayne Dawson has won many awards for his work in television. He has won the regional Emmy Award eight times. This award is given for excellence in television. He is also a member of important groups. These include the NAACP and the National Association of African American Journalists. He is also part of the Phi Beta Sigma fraternity. In the year 2000, Wayne was honored. He was added to the Broadcasters Hall of Fame in Akron, Ohio.

Wayne Dawson's Health Update

In 2024, Wayne Dawson received treatment for oral cancer.