Holly Thompson Biography
Holly Thompson is a renowned American 9x Emmy Award-winning Journalist working for WSMV 4 in Nashville, Tennessee. She co-anchors WSMV 4 Today Morning and WSMV 4 at Noon. Thompson joined WSMV in June 1997 after working as a weathercaster at a CBS affiliate in the Tri-Cities area.
Holly Thompson Age
Thompson is 53 years old as of 2025; she was born on November 10, 1972, in Atlanta, Georgia. She celebrates her birthday on November 10 every year.
Holly Thompson Height
Thompson is of average body stature, standing approximately 5 feet 6 inches tall, which is equivalent to 167.64 cm.
Holly Thompson Husband / Children
Thompson is married to Lee Lynch, director of restoration Operations at Intex Contracting Inc. in Hendersonville, Tennessee. The two got married on March 21, 1998. Holly and her husband are deeply involved in their community, teaching Sunday School and mentoring through the Women’s Ministry at Long Hollow Baptist Church. Thompson has two children: Joshua (born on September 22) and Jaden (born on January 15, 2010).
Holly Thompson Family
Thompson was raised by her parents in New England. On August 8, 2025, Thompson posted a photo of her mother, captioning, ‘Love you, mom.’ Additionally, on July 17, 2025, she wished her mother a Happy Birthday on her Instagram account. She also posted a photo of her father on her Instagram account on June 16, 2025, wishing him a Happy Father’s Day. She has a younger brother whose identity is not disclosed to the public.
Holly Thompson Education
Thompson graduated with Distinction of University Honors from Middle Tennessee State University, with a degree in Mass Communications. She was also awarded the university’s Young Alumni Achievement Award. Thompson later enrolled in Georgetown University’s Institute, where she pursued Political Journalism.
Holly Thompson Career
Thompson works as a co-anchor on WSMV 4 Today and WSMV 4 at Noon. She has been working for the WSMV 4 News team since joining in June 1997. Her tenure at WSMV 4 has seen her working as a writer, editor, anchor, producer, reporter of special reports and news segments, and also as a weathercaster at the CBS affiliate in the Tri-Cities. In recognition of her outstanding work, she has won 9 Emmy Awards and multiple Associated Press awards.
Off the screen, Thompson works as a “Big Sister” in the Big Brothers/Big Sisters Program, a board member of several boards, including the American Heart Association, the Heart Gala Board, and the Honors Executive Committee for MTSU’s Honors Program. Additionally, Thompson serves as the spokeswoman for the Tennessee Breast Cancer Coalition and a motivational speaker for various business groups and Christian conferences. She’s also in Tennessee’s Teacher Hall of Fame Induction and MTSU’s President’s Ball, and a contributing writer for both BabyLife and ParentLife magazines. During her leisure time, Thompson enjoys going to the movies, working out at the gym, golfing, travelling, horseback riding, shopping, and catching the latest flick. She also enjoys spending time with her two sons and her husband.
Holly Thompson Salary
Thompson receives an annual income ranging between $30,000 and $90,000.
Holly Thompson Net Worth
Through Thompson’s career as a journalist, she has been able to accumulate a net worth that ranges between $1 million and $ 5 million.
Holly Thompson WSMV-TV
Thompson works with WSMV News where she serves alongside her fellow anchors, reporters, and meteorologists, such as;
- Amanda Hara
- Tracy Kornet
- Lydia Fielder
- Marius Payton
- Carole Sullivan
- Lauren Lowrey
- Alexandria Adams
- Jeremy Finley
- Lisa Spencer
- Lauren Walsh
- Dan Thomas
- Chris Harris
- Stefano DiPietro
- Melanie Layden
Holly Thompson Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
Thompson is active on her social media accounts. She has about 60k followers on her Facebook Page @Holly Thompson, about 12.7k followers on her Twitter account @WSMVHollyT, and around 8.9k followers on her Instagram account @holly.thompson.tv