Marilyn Denis Biography
Marilyn Denis is a renowned Canadian television and radio personality. Currently, Denis works as the host of The Marilyn Denis Show and co-host of CHUM-FM’s Marilyn Denis and Jama. Previously, she worked for CCFCN-TV and TSN as a reporter and weather announcer. Born in Edmonton, Alberta, she grew up in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
She graduated from the University of Idaho with a Bachelor’s degree in radio, television, and advertisement. Prior to working at CCFCN-TV and TSN, Denis served at CHFM & CJAY-FM in Calgary. She started her journalism career in Moscow, Idaho, at a local radio station. At CCFCN-TV and TSN, she worked as a sports and entertainment reporter as well as a weather announcer.
Denis joined CHUM-FM’s morning show in July 1986 as a co-host and ever since then, she has been working there till now. While there, she hosted the “Roger, Rick and Marilyn” morning show which aired at Toronto’s number one ranked radio station, 104.5 CHUM-FM. In 2008, Rick Hodge departed from the show and it became known as the “Roger, Darren, and Marilyn” morning show. Marilyn also hosted the syndicated daytime talk show Cityline on Citytv and A-Channel from 1989 to 2008.
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Furthermore, Denis hosted her last show on May 23, 2008. Also, she left Cityline after working for 19 years to work with the CTV Television Network. A month later, it was announced that Marilyn would begin hosting a new show titled The Marilyn Denis Show, on CTV, which premiered on January 2011. She has hosted multiple shows such as the Gemini Award-winning series, “Live At The Rehearsal Hall”. In addition, Denis has received numerous awards including the “Viewer’s Choice Award” at the Gemini Awards in 2005 and 2006. Denis was awarded an honorary Ph.D. in Humane Letters from her alma mater, the University of Idaho.
That same year, she was also named the “Rosalie Award” because of her contribution to radio broadcasting. In 2007, Denis won the award for “Best Host in a Lifestyle/Information Series” at the Gemini Awards. Aside from her work, Marilyn has also been involved in humanitarian work and charities. She is a proactive supporter of the campaign against ovarian and breast cancer and avidly supports the Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada. Prior, she was one of the first celebrities to become a member of SickKids Constellation.
Marilyn Denis Age
Marilyn is 64 years old as of 2023. She was born on July 1, 1958, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. In addition, she celebrates her birthday on July 1 every year.
Marilyn Denis Height/ Weight
Denis stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 9 inches tall. She has a weight of around 65 kilograms.
Marilyn Denis Husband
Denis is happily married to her supportive and loving husband Jim Helman. The couple got engaged on May 2018 and tied the knot a month later. The family resides in downtown Toronto. Her son Adam Wylde was born in 1988 and currently, he works as the morning host alongside TJ and Jax Irwin, at Bell Media’s CKFM-FM in Toronto. Adam is also the CEO and Head of Content & Partnerships at the Steve Dangle Podcast Network.
Marilyn Denis Divorced
Denis was first married to Ken Lydford. The duo exchanged vows in the 1980s. However, they did not last for long before they divorced each other. In their period of married, they were blessed with a son by the name of Adam Wylde.
Marilyn Denis Family
Marilyn was born and brought up in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. However, information regarding her parents and siblings is currently not available.
Marilyn Denis’s Net Worth
Denis’s net worth is estimated at around $5 million. Her main source of income is from her primary work as a television and radio personality.
Marilyn Denis Salary
Marilyn earns an annual salary of between $ 85,000 -$ 100,000 dollars per year.