Sandra Ali Biography
Sandra Ali is an American award-winning journalist, anchor and reporter currently working as a morning co-anchor with Kris Laudien at CBS News based in Detroit, Michigan. She is also known for her regular appearance on the Fox News channel, CNN and CNN Headline News.
Sandra Ali Education
Sandra after completing her high school education, attended Syracuse University’s prestigious S.I. Newhouse School of Journalism where she graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in Journalism, She also holds a master’s degree in Journalism from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism.
Sandra Ali Age and Birthday
How old is Sandra? Ali is 48 years old as of 2023. She was born on September 25, 1975, in New York City, United States of America. Her birthday is always celebrated on September 25th of every year. RELATED: Meg Gatto
Sandra Ali Nationality and Ethnicity
Sandra holds American nationality and citizenship by birth. She was born in New York and raised in Egypt during her childhood. She belongs to the Arab-American ethnicity/heritage/ancestry.
Sandra Ali Height
How tall is Sandra? Sandra stands at an average height of 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 m)
Sandra Ali Weight Loss Surgery
Sandra achieved a significant transformation in her physique through a noninvasive weight loss journey, without resorting to any intrusive surgical procedures. During her dedicated efforts to reduce weight, Sandra managed to shed an impressive 50 pounds in just 61 days. On a talk program, she also courageously shared her experience of dealing with PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome).
Sandra Ali Family | Parents
Sandra was born in New York City and spent her childhood in Egypt with her parents. Though, information regarding her family members including her mother, father and siblings is currently under research. RELATED: Abby Phillip
Sandra Ali Husband
Is Sandra married? Sandra is currently married to her husband Shawn Ley, an Emmy award-winning journalist at WDIV. The couple got married through a wedding ceremony held on September 19, 2006. The couples are proud parents to four children of which two are twins. They have three sons; Roman Ley, Tamer Ley, and Grant Ley, and a daughter named Isla Ley. Tamer and Grant are twins.
Sandra Ali Cancer | Illness
Sandra’s information regarding if she suffers from cancer or has cancer illness is currently not available. Though, she has written many reports about cancer and spreading awareness regarding cancer treatment or prevention.
Sandra Ali Salary
Sandra working as a morning anchor at CBS News based in Detroit, Michigan earns an estimated annual salary of $96,800.
Sandra Ali Net Worth
Sandra Ali is an American award-winning journalist, anchor and reporter with an estimated net worth of $1 million.
Sandra Ali CBS News Detroit
Sandra currently serves as a morning co-anchor with Kris Laudien at CBS News based in Detroit, Michigan. She joined CBS in February 2023. She is known for her regular appearance on the Fox News channel, CNN and CNN Headline News. RELATED: Betsy Kling
Sandra started her television career by landing her first job in the industry at WTAJ, the CBS affiliate located in Altoona, Pennsylvania. After gaining valuable experience there for two years, she decided to venture into the bustling Motor City and joined WJBK. At WJBK, Sandra became the anchor for the highly-rated weekend editions of “Fox 2 News at 6” and “Fox 2 News at 10,” while also reporting for Fox 2 News.
Her exceptional journalistic skills earned her prestigious accolades, including the Associated Press award for Best Hard News Reporter in 2002 and Michigan’s Association of Broadcasters’ award for Best Breaking News Reporter in 2003. During her time in Detroit, Sandra conducted notable interviews with influential figures such as then Secretary of State Colin Powell, the Queen of Jordan, and former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak.
In August 2004, Sandra made her way to Cincinnati, Ohio, joining WLWT, the NBC affiliate, as the station’s main anchor. She took on the responsibility of anchoring the station’s 5, 6, and 11 p.m. newscasts, delivering the latest updates to viewers in the area.
After six years in Cincinnati, Sandra, along with her family, returned to Detroit and reunited with the NBC affiliate, WDIV. She spent an impressive 13 years at WDIV, where she anchored the station’s weekend newscasts at 6 and 11 p.m. In addition, Sandra filled in during the week as a substitute anchor and also worked as a franchise reporter, contributing to the station’s special projects unit.
During her tenure at WDIV, Sandra covered numerous significant national stories, including the 2018 demonstrations in Washington, D.C., following the tragic shooting at Stoneman Douglas High School. She once again found herself at the forefront of reporting in 2022 when students from the Detroit metropolitan area traveled to Uvalde, Texas, to support the children who survived the mass shooting at Robb Elementary School.
