Jenny Taft Biography
Jenny Taft is an American sports journalist, anchor, and reporter. She rose to fame after being part of the analysis and in-depth reports for the United States National Women’s soccer team surfaced in the media. Jenny is popular for being a sports television personality for Fox Sports.
She started off her career for the Minnesota Twins and Minnesota Wild. In Fox Sports, she worked as the North sideline reporter for the Minnesota Lynx of the WNBA. In 2014, she got her start in college football as part of FS1 game coverage.
Additionally, she was a social media contributor for Minnesota’s Timberwolves Twins and Wild sports teams. Later, she was promoted to lead college football sideline reporter, alongside play-by-play commentator Gus Johnson and analyst Joel Klatt.
Moreover, she later became the fill-in host and moderator on various FS1 programs. She has also worked in the NFL, MLB, and the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Later in 2018, it was announced that she would be replacing Joy Taylor as the moderator of Skip and Shannon: Undisputed, hosted by Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe.
Additionally, she attended Edina High School where she later graduated. Later, she enrolled at Boston University where she pursued and graduated with a bachelor of science degree in broadcast journalism. Having an interest in both sports and studies, she played lacrosse.
Jenny Taft Age
How old is Jenny Taft? Taft is 36 years old as of 2023. She was born on September 5, 1987, in Edina, Minnesota, United States. Additionally, she celebrates her birthday on September 5 every year and her zodiac sign is Virgo.
Jenny Taft Family
Taft was born and brought up in Edina, Minnesota, the United States. She was born to her father John Taft and her mother Mary Taft. She was brought up alongside her brother Charlie Taft. John Taft is a former professional ice hockey player who personified his country in the Winter Olympics. Also, her mother Mary Taft is a former speed skating champion.
Jenny Taft Husband
Taft is in a relationship with Matt Gilroy. Matt is an American ice hockey player on the Switzerland team. They first met at Boston University and got married in 2015. Currently,y it is not known if they have any kids but this information will soon be updated.
Jenny Taft Height
Taft stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 10 inches tall and weighs approximately 62 kg. Additionally, she has greyish-blue eyes, and brown hair, and her body measurements are 35-27-35 inches.
Jenny Taft’s Net Worth
Taft has been able to accumulate an approximate net worth of $2 million. She has gotten this handsome amount from her successful career as a journalist and has specialized in sports.