Kimberly Hunt Biography
Kimberly Hunt is an accomplished American 13-time Emmy Award-winning journalist serving as the evening anchor at KGTV 10 in San Diego, California. Since joining the station in 2008, following her tenure at KUSI News, Hunt has covered breaking news and community issues that matter most, earning accolades for her commitment to excellence in journalism.
How old is Kimberly Hunt?
Hunt was born in August 1961 in Ventura, California, making her 65 years old as of 2026. She always celebrates her birthday on xxxx every year.
Education | Career Background
Hunt attended San Francisco State University, where she graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism and Communications. At ABC 10News (KGTV Channel 10) in San Diego, Hunt is the longtime chief anchor and managing editor, responsible for delivering the 4 p.m., 6 p.m., 7 p.m., and 11 p.m. newscasts alongside Steve Atkinson. In this role, she leads coverage on border issues, ICE operations, water quality, and organized crime. Prior to joining Channel 10 in 2008, Hunt served as the evening anchor for KUSI News 6 p.m., 10 p.m., and 11 p.m. newscasts. Before that, she co-anchored KGTV’s evening newscasts, alongside Carol LeBeau, forming the longest-running female anchor team in U.S. television.
Hunt began her on-air television career at CBS affiliate (KION-TV) in Monterey, where she served as a news anchor. Before that, she was a researcher for ABC World News Tonight anchor Peter Jennings and worked as an Associate Producer for Monday Night Football. Notably, she has had memorable moments covering numerous breaking news stories such as Tracking the Mexican Mafia – Inside Donovan State Prison (which won her the prestigious regional Edward R. Murrow Award), interviewing public figures such as Sitting U.S. Presidents, Oprah Winfrey, military leaders, and Hollywood figures, and Exposés on sex trafficking, open-air brothels, and cartel gun trafficking. Other notable coverages include Super Bowls and political conventions.
Hunt is an award-winning journalist and has several accolades, including 13 Regional Emmy Awards for investigative and feature reporting, Edward R. Murrow Award (2011) for investigative reporting, Golden Mic Award for Persian Gulf War coverage, San Diego Press Club Awards for investigative journalism on sex trafficking and brothels, and the Attorney General’s Crime Prevention Award for contributions to public safety reporting.
At KGTV 10, Hunt works alongside;
- Melissa Mecija
- Megan Parry
- Ryan Hill
- Ben Higgins
- Jared Aarons
Kimberly Hunt, Partner | Kids
Hunt was married to her husband, Billy Ray Smith, a former NFL linebacker for the San Diego Chargers, who died in 2026. Together, they had a daughter called Savannah Marie Smith, born on July 27, 2000. She is now 26 years old and has pursued acting, including a role in Gossip Girl Revival.
Kimberly Hunt’s Parents and Siblings
Hunt was born to her parents, Vesta Hunt and Mr Hunt (who served as a Lieutenant with the California Highway Patrol). Details about her siblings have not been shared publicly, and updates will be provided if and when she decides to disclose more.
Kimberly Hunt’s Salary
Hunt earns an average salary that ranges between $ 30,000 and $ 50,000.
Kimberly Hunt’s Height
Hunt is approximately 5 feet 6 inches tall, equaling 1.68 meters.
Kimberly Hunt Net Worth
Hunt’s net worth is estimated to range between $500,000 and $ 2 million. She has accumulated this wealth primarily through her career as a journalist.
Social Media
Hunt is gaining popularity on social media, particularly on Instagram @kimberlyhunttv, where she has more than 5.9k followers. You can also follow her on her Facebook account @Kimberly Hunt 10 News, where she has over 20k followers, and on Twitter @10NewsHunt, where she has about 15.3k followers.