Jillian Mele Biography: Age, Husband, Net Worth, Fox News, Height, Parents, Salary, Instagram

Jillian Mele is a distinguished American journalist, former news anchor, and media coach celebrated for her impactful work in broadcast journalism.

She gained prominence as the co-host of Fox News Channel’s Fox & Friends First from 2017 to 2021, delivering insightful news coverage.

Profile

• Full Name: Jillian Mele
• Stage Name: Jillian Mele
• Born: September 17, 1982
• Age: 42 years old
• Birthplace: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Journalist, Media Coach, Public Speaker
• Height: 5 feet 8 inches (1.73 m)
• Parents: Thomas Mele and Roseanne Zlemek Mele
• Siblings: Two brothers
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $950,000 USD

Early Life and Education

Jillian Mele, journalist and media coach, was born on September 17, 1982, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States.

Raised in Glenside, Pennsylvania, by her parents, Thomas Mele and Roseanne Zlemek Mele, a registered nurse, she grew up in a supportive household alongside two brothers.

During her high school years, she worked as a grocery store clerk, showcasing her work ethic early on.

Jillian attended La Salle University in Philadelphia, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Arts and Communication in 2005.

She later returned to La Salle to pursue a Master of Business Administration (MBA), completing it after leaving Fox News in 2021.

Her ethnicity is White-American of mixed descent, and her religion is Christianity.

Career

Jillian Mele, journalist and media coach, began her career in 2005 as a sports anchor at WAGM-TV in Presque Isle, Maine, and WIVT-TV in Binghamton, New York.

In 2007, she joined NBC 10 in Philadelphia, earning a Mid-Atlantic Emmy Award for her coverage of the Olympics.

From 2014 to 2017, she worked at NBC Sports Philadelphia, co-hosting the morning sports talk show Breakfast on Broad and the Philadelphia Eagles post-game show Endgame, securing another Emmy for her work.

In March 2017, she joined Fox News Channel as a co-host of Fox & Friends First alongside Rob Schmitt and later Todd Piro, covering major events like the 2017 Las Vegas shooting, Hurricanes Irma and Dorian, the 2020 presidential election, and the Philadelphia Eagles’ 2018 Super Bowl parade.

She left Fox News in October 2021 to focus on her personal life and pursue her MBA.

From January 2022 to March 2023, she served as a news anchor and reporter at WPVI-TV (6abc) in Philadelphia.

In April 2023, she founded Jillian Mele Communications, where she mentors media professionals, and co-hosts the Credentialed podcast with Justine Fernandez.

Awards and Nominations

• Mid-Atlantic Emmy Award for Olympics Coverage (NBC 10, 2007) – Won
• Mid-Atlantic Emmy Award for Breakfast on Broad (NBC Sports Philadelphia, 2016) – Won

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @jillianbmele
• Facebook Handle: Jillian Mele
• Twitter Handle: @jillianmele

Personal Life

Jillian Mele, journalist and media coach, is currently single and has not publicly confirmed any romantic relationships as of 2025.

At 42 years old, she resides in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and maintains a close bond with her parents, Thomas and Roseanne Mele, and her two brothers.

Standing at 5 feet 8 inches and weighing approximately 59 kg, she maintains a fit lifestyle with body measurements of 35-24-36 inches.

Previously rumored to be dating her Fox & Friends First co-anchor Rob Schmitt, Jillian has not confirmed these speculations.

Filmography

• Fox & Friends First (Fox News Channel, 2017–2021) – Co-Host
• Breakfast on Broad (NBC Sports Philadelphia, 2014–2017) – Co-Host
• Endgame (NBC Sports Philadelphia, 2014–2017) – Co-Host
• WPVI-TV News (6abc, 2022–2023) – Anchor/Reporter
• Credentialed (Podcast, 2023–present) – Co-Host

Net Worth

Jillian Mele, journalist and media coach, has an estimated net worth of $950,000 USD as of 2025.

Her wealth is primarily derived from her journalism career, including her roles at Fox News, NBC Sports Philadelphia, and WPVI-TV, with an annual salary ranging from $45,000 to $110,500 during her broadcasting tenure.

Additional income comes from her media coaching business, Jillian Mele Communications, and her podcast Credentialed.