Don Alhart Biography
Don Alhart is a skilled and award-winning American journalist who is currently working for WHAM-TV (Channel 13, ABC Affiliate) in Rochester, New York. He is the main news anchor and Associate News Director. In addition, Alhart began his professional television career at WOKR-TV (the predecessor of WHAM) in 1966.
Don Alhart Age| Birthday
How old is Alhart? He is around 79 years old as of 2023. He was born on May 15, 1944. In the United States of America.
Don Alhart Education
He attended and graduated from the Ithaca college. He graduated in 1966.
Don Alhart Height|Weight
He stands at an average height of 5 feet 7 inches and weighs around 70kgs.
Don Alhart Family
Alhart was born in the united states of America, however, he has not revealed information regarding his family members. This information is under review and will be available soon.
Don Alhart Wife|Married
Alhart is happily married to his wife Mary. They tied the knot in 1970. They raised their three children in Penfield and currently live in Pittsford.
Don Alhart Children| kids
Alhart and his wife Mary are blessed with three children named Todd, Jennifer, and Jon. However, he has not revealed information regarding his children. This information is under review and will be available soon.
Don Alhart Career
Alhart began on his broadcasting journey by stepping into the world of television at WROC-TV, Rochester, New York, during the summers of 1962 to 1964. He took on the role of a relief engineer, laying the groundwork for a remarkable career. His talents soon extended beyond technical domains, as he was embraced by the news, becoming a dedicated reporter at WOKR-TV, Channel 13 (now 13WHAM ABC), blending his skills with a passion for storytelling.
Alhart has been an active member of the Rochester Rotary Club since 1976 and served as President from 1987-1988. From 2002 to 2003, he served as Rotary district governor for 67 clubs in the greater Rochester area and in upstate South New York. He is also a recipient of the 60th Annual Rotary Rochester Award, the oldest major civic award presented annually to a citizen who has made a significant contribution to the business, professional, cultural or civic community.
Alhart has also been an active member of the Rochester Rotary Club for 33 years, serving as president in 1987 and also governor of Rotary District 7120, which includes Brockport, from 2002 to 2003. Alhart is involved in numerous charities throughout the Rochester area. He celebrated his 50th birthday with Channel 13 in June 2016. He said he plans to work “a few more years” with no intention of retiring anytime soon. Alhart Sets a Guinness World Record for the longest career as a broadcast journalist (50 years and 179 days), confirmed on 2 December 2016.
Don Alhart Awards and Honors
Alhart is a five-time recipient of the prestigious Edward R. Murrow Award for Excellence in Television News. He received awards for writing and best airing. In 2010, Alhart was inducted into the New York State Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame. Alhart also volunteered with Monroe ARC for nearly 40 years and received the 1982 Community Partner Award.From 1980 to 1990, he and his wife Mary hosted the annual “Star Weekend for Cerebral Palsy” on WOKR-TV. In 1986 he also received the Community Service Award from the Cerebral Palsy Association of New York State.
Alhart has received numerous other awards, including the VFW Award of Merit, the Rochester Police Rosewood Club Humanitarian Award, the SUNY-Brockport Mass Media Communicator Award, and the Ithaca College Alumni Award. In addition, he was awarded the prestigious Others Award by the Salvation Army in 1996 and received the Rochester Jewish Community Center’s Tikkun Olam Award in 2002, given annually to an individual who demonstrates the meaning of the words “Repair the world.”
Don Alhart Salary|Net Worth
Alhart has an estimated salary ranging between $70,000 – $125,000 and has an estimated net worth of $1 Million -$5 Million which he earns from his career.
Frequently asked questions about Alhart
Who is Alhart?
Don Alhart is a skilled and award-winning American journalist who is currently working for WHAM-TV (Channel 13, ABC Affiliate) in Rochester, New York. He is the main news anchor and Associate News Director. In addition, Alhart began his professional television career at WOKR-TV (the predecessor of WHAM) in 1966.
Is Alhart Married?
Alhart is happily married to his wife Mary. They tied the knot in 1970. They raised their three children in Penfield and currently live in Pittsford.
Where does Alhart Live?
He lives in Pittsford together with his family.
