Todd Magel Biography
Todd Magel is a renowned American 5X Emmy award-winning journalist serving as the weekend anchor and reporter for the KCCI 8 News broadcast in Iowa. He has been part of the news team since joining in January 1983. Before coming to Iowa, Magel worked part-time at KCCI during his last two years of college, before becoming a full-time reporter.
Todd Magel Age
Magel was born on May 8 in Des Moines, Iowa. Unfortunately, he has managed to keep information about his birth year from the public, and it is therefore not known how old he is at the moment. Judging from his appearance, he might be in his late 50s.
Todd Magel Height
Magel is of average body stature, standing approximately 5 feet 7 inches tall, which is equivalent to 170.18 cm.
Todd Magel Wife / Children
Magel is married to his wife, Donna. He, however, manages to keep information regarding whether he has any kids away from the limelight. However, we will update this information once it’s available.
Todd Magel Family
Magel’s mom is known as Marilyn Magel. On a post he posted on his Instagram account on October 7, 2024, Magel captioned “A huge thanks to my mom, Marilyn Magel, for inviting me and Donna on an amazing trip to Italy.” He also has sibling(s) since he posted a photo of his niece, Allie Seemuth, on July 3, 2022, on his Facebook account. Detailed information about his parents will be provided once available.
Todd Magel Education
After graduating from Valley High School, Magel attended Iowa State University, where he pursued a degree in journalism and political science, graduating in 1984. He began his journalism career as an intern at KASI Radio in Ames.
Todd Magel Career
Magel serves as a weekend anchor and reporter for the KCCI 8 News broadcast in Iowa. He has been part of the news team since joining in January 1983. Before coming to Iowa, Magel worked part-time at KCCI during his last two years of college, before becoming a full-time reporter.
Notably, Magel holds two Emmy awards, one of which he received in 2012 for covering a school bus explosion in Pleasant Hill, and the other for producing the best weekend newscast in 2013 and 2014. He also holds awards from the Iowa Broadcast News Association for covering politics, agriculture, and breaking news. Off-screen, Magel enjoys his spare time driving his favorite collector car, a 1967 Lincoln Continental convertible.
Todd Magel Salary
Magel receives an annual income ranging between $30,000 and $90,000.
Todd Magel Net Worth
Through Magel’s career as a journalist, he has been able to accumulate a net worth that ranges between $1 million and $ 5 million.
Todd Magel, KCCI 8 News
Magel works with KCCI 8 News where he serves alongside his fellow anchors, reporters, and meteorologists, such as;
- Ben Kaplan
- Alyssa Gomez
- Jon Rivas
- Alyx Sacks
- David Koeller
- Jason Sydejko
- Shannon Ehrhardt
- Scott Reister
- Anne Campolongo
- Eric Hanson
- Zane Satre
- Jodi Long
- Laura Terrell
- Nicole Tam
- Jeff Dubrof
- Stacey Horst
Todd Magel Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
Magel is active on his social media accounts. He has about 17k followers on his Facebook Page @Todd Magel KCCI and about 2.1k followers on his Twitter account @ToddMagelKCCI.