Stefani Schaefer Biography: Height, Ethnicity, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Husband, Children

Stefani Elizabeth Schaefer, famously known as Stefani Schaefer, is an American Emmy Award-winning journalist, attorney, and singer, best known as the co-anchor of Fox 8 News in the Morning in Cleveland, Ohio.

With a career spanning over three decades, she has become a beloved media personality in Northeast Ohio.

Beyond her broadcasting achievements, Stefani has a diverse background in law and performing.  

Profile

• Full Name: Stefani Elizabeth Schaefer
• Stage Name:Stefani Schaefer
• Born: 31, May 1974
• Age: 51 years old
• Birthplace: Alliance, Ohio, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Journalist, Attorney, and Singer
• Height: 168 cm
• Parents: Peter Schaefer and Gloria Peri-Smith
• Siblings: Thommie Schaefer
• Spouse: Roger Schaefer (m. 1998)
• Children: Race Schaefer, and Siena Schaefer
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $500,000 to $1 million

Early Life And Education

Stefani Schaefer was born in Alliance, Ohio, on May 31, 1974. She is the daughter of Peter Schaefer and Gloria Peri-Smith and has a brother named Thommie, a recording artist based in California.

Stefani attended St. Thomas Aquinas High School in Louisville, Ohio, and later pursued higher education at the University of Mount Union, where she majored in Communication and Journalism.

She furthered her studies at Southwestern University School of Law under its SCALE program. Stefani is of White ethnicity and practices Christianity.

Career

Stefani Schaefer began her professional career 1992 at WJW Fox 8 as a reporter and anchor for “Good Day Cleveland.” Her engaging presence and journalistic skills quickly made her a favorite among viewers. She later expanded her career by hosting a national network show at Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida.

In addition to her broadcasting work, Stefani has a background in law, having served as a trial attorney for the firm Stockwell, Harris, Widom, Woolverton & Muehl, where she represented California employers in workers’ compensation and discrimination claims. Her legal acumen earned her recognition as a Los Angeles Lawyer “Young Rising Star” in 2006.

Returning to WJW Fox 8, Stefani resumed her role as a morning show co-anchor, working alongside Wayne Dawson and Kristi Capel. Her contributions to journalism have been acknowledged with multiple Emmy Awards and her induction into the Broadcasters Hall of Fame in 2008.

Beyond news anchoring, she has hosted the Hall of Fame Parade national broadcast for several years. She has been featured on the covers of publications such as Cleveland Magazine’s Millennium issue, Celebrity Working Moms, and Celebrity Homes. In addition to her journalism and legal careers, Stefani is a talented singer and dancer.

She and her brother Thommie have performed at various events, including a notable performance at Geauga Lake Amusement Park in 1983. Her diverse talents and dedication to her professions have made her a respected and multifaceted figure in the Cleveland community.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @stefanischaefer
• Twitter handle: @StefaniSchaefer

Personal Life

Stefani Schaefer is married to Roger Schaefer; the couple wed in 1998. They have two children: a daughter, Siena, an aspiring singer with several songs released on her YouTube channel, and a son, Race, who has been involved in basketball team management.

In April 2012, Roger suffered a traumatic brain injury from a fall at a construction site, resulting in significant memory loss. Despite this challenging period, Stefani has remained devoted to her family, balancing her demanding career with her role as a caregiver and mother.

Net Worth

Stefani Schaefer’s net Worth is estimated to be between $500,000 and $1 million. Her income is primarily derived from her career in journalism, with additional earnings from her past legal practice and musical performances.