Gerri Willis
Gerri Willis (Photo Source: Gerri's Instagram)

Many inspirational journalists and news anchors have overcome cancer and gone on to become ardent supporters of the cause. These people make use of their platforms to encourage other cancer survivors, disseminate insightful knowledge, and promote progress in the war on cancer.

Gerri Willis is one such individual who contributes a distinctive viewpoint to her campaigns because of her extensive experience in addressing financial topics. Her persistent dedication and passion have resulted in increased public awareness of breast cancer and support for other survivors. She continues to have a significant impact on the struggle against this terrible disease through her work.

How Old Is Gerri Willis?

Gerri Willis is a famous American television news journalist who was born on August 14, 1959 (age 63), in Spruce Pine, North Carolina, U.S. Talking about her family, she has a younger brother however, she has not shared any information about her parents. Gerri holds American nationality and her zodiac sign is Leo. Gerri belongs to the English ethnicity. 

She is a graduate of Columbia Business School and Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. There she was a Knight-Bagehot Fellow. She worked as the business manager of The Miami Student, the country's first college newspaper, while she was a student at Miami.

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How Is Gerri's Timeline?

She started as a finance editor for CNN. According to the wiki, she hosted a weekly half-hour program titled Your Bottom Line that focused on ways to save Americans money and the economy’s effects on personal finance and Open House. She was also a top financial reporter job for the publication known as Smart Money.

She also began working for the Fox Business Network in 2010, where she is the host of the program The Willis Report, which covers political and monetary issues. She got an award for Excellence in Retirement Saving Reporting in 2001 which was given by the Investment Company Institute's Education Foundation and the American University School of Communication. Willis is still working for Fox News. Gerri also has also written books.

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Is Gerri Married?

Gerri is a married woman and she is happily married to her husband David Evans. These two met each other at Columbia University where they both studied. They both became the Knight-Bagehot Fellows at the college. They tied the knot in a content wedding ceremony attended by family and close friends in 1994. These two do not have children together yet. They now reside in Westchester. 

Gerri is an active social media user. She has approximately 10.7 K followers on her Instagram handle where she shares her private and personal life events.

Gerri Willis with her husband

What Happened To Gerri Willis?

Gerri's health was not good as she suffered a rare breast cancer. After spotting atypical symptoms and seeing her doctor in April 2016, Willis received a diagnosis of breast cancer in May 2016. Later, she said that having to battle with cancer was a blessing. On January 28, 2020, it was made known that Willis would take a leave of absence while undergoing cancer surgery. After battling and defeating breast cancer, Willis has ditched her wig for the first time in favor of a fresh springtime cut.  She also urged ladies to have a mammogram if they are concerned that they could have the cancer. Nearly six years have passed since she last had breast cancer.

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What Is Gerri's Net Worth?

Gerri has an estimated net worth of approximately $2 million. She gets an annual salary of about $82,254. Gerri's primary career as a journalist and a program host makes her this huge sum of money. 

Gerri Willis with her friends

What Are Gerri's Physical Statistics?

Gerri stands tall at the height of 6 feet (183 cm) and weighs approximately 62 kg. She has a great personality with blue eye color and blonde hair color. Gerri's body measurements are 35-25-37 inches. 

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