Mark Ockerbloom Biography
Mark Ockerbloom is an American Emmy award-winning journalist currently working as a co-anchor of Boston 25 News at 5:00, 6:00, 10:00 and 11:00 with Vanessa Welch and Chief Meteorologist Kevin Lemanowicz. Prior to joining Boston 25, he worked as an evening sportscast anchor and co-hosted a nightly sports show at NECN.
Mark Ockerbloom High School and College
Mark studied at Boston College High School from 1978-1981. After graduating from high school, attended Providence College where he pursued a Bachelor of Arts in English. RELATED: Laura Ingraham
Mark Ockerbloom Age and Birthday
How old is Mark? Mark is about 47 years old as of 2023. He was born and raised in Winchester, Massachusetts, United States. Details about when he was born and celebrates his birthday are currently under review.
Mark Ockerbloom Nationality and Ethnicity
Ockerbloom holds American nationality and citizenship by birth. He was born and raised in Winchester, Massachusetts, United States. He belongs to the White-American ethnicity/heritage/ancestry.
Mark Ockerbloom Height
How tall is Mark? He stands at an average height of 5 feet 7 inches (1.7 m)
Mark Ockerbloom Family
Mark was born and raised in Winchester, Massachusetts by his parents. Details about his parents including his father and mother are unknown to the public domain.
Mark Ockerbloom Brother
Mark had an older brother by the name of Carl. Carl died in 2004 after a long battle with cancer. In honor of his late brother, he volunteers at the Pan-Mass Challenge, a charitable cycling event. He ran the 2002 Boston Marathon with his brother Carl, a memory he cherishes to this day. RELATED: Jason Martinez
Mark Ockerbloom Wife
Is Mark married? Mark is happily married to his wife Marysia. The couple got married through a private wedding ceremony attended by close friends and family members. The couple are proud parents to three daughters including; Allison, Juliana and Alena.
Mark Ockerbloom Salary
Mark working as a co-anchor of Boston 25 News earns an estimated annual salary of $89,500.
Mark Ockerbloom Net Worth
Mark is an American Emmy award-winning journalist and anchor with an estimated net worth of $1 million.
Mark Ockerbloom Boston 25 | Fox 5
Mark a highly esteemed journalist, serves as an anchor for Boston 25 News, an Emmy Award-winning program. With an illustrious career that spans over two decades, Mark has established himself as a prominent figure in the field. At Boston 25 News, he co-anchors the evening broadcasts at 5:00, 6:00, 10:00, and 11:00. RELATED: Rachel Keller
Since joining WFXT in 2004, Mark has covered numerous major stories that have captivated the nation. His reporting prowess was evident during significant events such as the Boston Marathon Bombings, the apprehension of Whitey Bulger, the trial of Aaron Hernandez, the visit of the Pope to America, and the funeral of former President George H. W. Bush. Additionally, he has provided comprehensive coverage of several Super Bowls featuring the New England Patriots and the World Series victories of the Boston Red Sox, as well as the celebratory parades that followed.
Prior to his tenure at WFXT, Mark excelled as an anchor for evening sportscasts and co-hosted a popular nightly sports show at NECN. His career journey also took him to KOCO-TV in Oklahoma City, where he earned the title of Oklahoma’s Sportscaster of the Year. Mark initially launched his television career as a sportscaster at WMUR-TV in Manchester, New Hampshire.
Throughout his professional trajectory, he has received prestigious broadcasting awards from renowned organizations such as the Associated Press and The Society of Professional Journalists. Notably, he was honored with a Boston/New England Emmy for Best News Anchor in 2010. His outstanding contributions to journalism were recognized once again in 2017 when he received an Emmy for his role in the station’s coverage of the State Police Overtime Scandal. In 2019, he secured a third Emmy for the station’s exemplary reporting on the Merrimack Valley Explosions.
Mark is an alumnus of BC High and Providence College, where he completed his education. Beyond his dedication to journalism, he actively supports several charitable organizations, including JDRF, NAMI, Special Olympics Massachusetts, and Medfield Public Schools. Additionally, he volunteers at the Pan-Mass Challenge, a charitable cycling event, in honor of his late brother Carl, who bravely battled cancer until 2004.
