Who is WVLT-TV Broadcaster Brittany Tarwater?

Brittany Tarwater is an award-winning American anchor and reporter working as an evening Anchor and reporter for WVLT-TV Channel 8 in Knoxville, TN. She anchors a new weekday newscast at 3:30 p.m. alongside Meteorologist Paige Noel.

How old is Brittany Tarwater?

As of 2025, Tarwater’s exact age and birthday are unknown, as she has not disclosed them. Nevertheless, it is estimated that she might be in her 40s.

Early Life and Education

Tarwater was born and raised by her parents in Tampa, Florida, United States. She has credited her mother and father for their love and support, nonetheless, little is known about them. Moreover, there is no information about whether she has any siblings. Therefore, this section will be updated as soon as it’s accessible.

Regarding her education, Brittany earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Tennessee School of Journalism and Media.

Brittany Tarwater
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Personal Life

Tarwater is happily married to Davis. The two have been together for over a decade and are proud parents of two children, Davis Russell and Clara Rose. When Brittany is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family.

Career

Tarwater works as an evening Anchor and reporter for WVLT-TV Channel 8 in Knoxville, TN. She anchors a new weekday newscast at 3:30 p.m. alongside Meteorologist Paige Noel. She has been recognized with Emmy awards for writing, breaking news, and instructional reporting, as well as a few regional Edward R. Murrow and Tennessee Associated Press awards.

Brittany has passionately covered stories focused on water safety and drowning prevention for children. She recently also finished a documentary exposing a piece of Tennessee history in a way never done before. “A Tennessee Waltz: Ray Blanton’s Last Dance” killers released early from prison, showcases murder-for-hire, and what the FBI called a “criminal enterprise” stemming from Tennessee Governor Ray Blanton’s office, all in an attempt to cover up a pay-for-pardon scandal.

A proud graduate of the University of Tennessee, swimming brought Brittany from Tampa, Florida, to Knoxville in 2005. She was part of the Lady Volunteer swim team where she was crowned SEC Champion, a 7-time NCAA All-American, and voted to the Academic All-American team.

Brittany also teaches television news reporting as a lecturer at the University of Tennessee School of Journalism and Media, where she also obtained her master’s degree. She also acts as a YWCA Knoxville and the Tennessee Valley Keys of Hope co-chair and Greater Knoxville Sports Hall of Fame board member. When she is not working, Brittany most enjoys spending time with her family.

Brittany Tarwater Height

Tarwater has an estimated height of 5 feet 7 inches, equaling 1.7 meters.

How much does Brittany Tarwater make annually?

She has an estimated annual salary ranging from $ 75,245 to $ 180,385K

Brittany Tarwater’s Net Worth

Tarwater has an approximate net worth of $ 1 Million- $ 5 Million. Nevertheless, her profession as a news anchor and reporter is her primary source of revenue.

Brittany Tarwater WVLT-TV

Tarwater works at WVLT-TV with her fellow anchors, reporters, and meteorologists, such as;

  1. Ted Hall
  2. Casey Wheeless
  3. Harry Sullivan
  4. Rick Russo
  5. Ben Cathey
  6. Jared Austin
  7. Christyn Allen
  8. Whitney Turner
  9. William Puckett
  10. Paige Dauer
  11. John Sartori
  12. Kyle Grainger

Is Brittany Tarwater on Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok?

You can follow her via TwitterInstagram, or Facebook. Brittany doesn’t appear to have a public TikTok or Snapchat account.