Christina Watkins has, over the past few years, established a sustainable journalism career for herself in the United States of America.
Her journey to fame accelerated in 2022 when she secured her current position as a news anchor at WESH 2.
She has since won the hearts of her listeners and viewers with her unique presenting skills, as well as her beauty and eloquence.
Let’s dig out what we can find about her.
Who is Christina Watkins?
Christina Watkins ( born 29th August 1990) is an American journalist who works as a weekend news anchor for WESH 2 News Sunrise.
Her place of birth is recorded as Oviedo .
Education background
Watkins pursued her education at Florida International University in Miami, FL, and graduated in 2012 with a degree in Journalism and Mass Communications.
Career beginnings
Christina Watkins professional journey began in Missouri, where she worked as an anchor and reporter for KQ2 News in St. Joseph.
Following this, she held the role of Anchor/Reporter for Spectrum News in Charlotte, NC for three years.
During this period, she covered major events like Super Bowl 50 in California and the Pulse Nightclub Shooting in Orlando.
She also worked for WDSU News, WESH’s sister station in New Orleans.
She spent four years serving the community as the Weekday Anchor for WDSU News at Noon and 4 p.m.
She covered everything from breaking news, severe weather, festivals and of course, Mardi Gras! After falling in love with all things New Orleans, including the Saints and Pelicans, Christina now considers New Orleans her second home and is looking forward to bringing the spice and culture to Central Florida.
Other facts about Christina Watkins
Christina Watkins is an award-winning journalist.
When she’s not working, Christina enjoys giving back, mentoring, hosting community events, spending time with her family & their two dogs (Nippy and Jodye) and kayaking.