Deborah Norville Age, Wiki and Bio

Deborah Norville

Quick Info

ProfessionAuthor, Businesswoman, Journalist
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth08/08/1958
Age66 years
BirthplaceDalton, Georgia, U.S.

Bio/Wiki

Full NameDeborah Anne Norville
Nickname(s)
  • Kingpen
  • Debbie Norville
Famous ForWorking as an anchor for the American tabloid television program, 'Inside Edition'

Physical Stats & More

Height5'8" (173 cm)
Eye ColorLight Blue
Hair ColorExtra Light Beige Blonde

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolDalton High School, Georgia
College/UniversityGrady College of Journalism and Mass Communication, University of Georgia, New York (1976-1979)
DegreeBachelor of Arts (ABJ) in Journalism

Personal Life

Zodiac SignLeo
ReligionChristianity
Food HabitNon-vegetarian
Hobbies
  • Knitting
  • Painting

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Marriage Date12/12/1987

Family

FatherZachary Samuel Norville (Deceased in 2013; Air Force Officer, Businessman)
MotherMerle Lillian Olson Norville (1924-1978)
Siblings3 Sisters - Nancy Norville, Cathy Norville, Patricia Norville
SpouseKarl Wellner (Businessman)
Children2 Sons - Kyle Wellner, Niki Wellner; 1 Daughter - Mikaela Wellner

Career

Debut
  • Singer: Gonna Keep on Movin' (2001)
  • Lyricist: Gonna Keep on Movin' (2001)
  • Executive Producer: The Long Island Serial Killer: A Mother's Hunt for Justice (2021)
Awards, Honours
  • Emmy Award for her role in the coverage of the democratic uprising in Romania (1989)
  • Emmy award for her coverage of the Mississippi floods (1994)
  • Named 'Mother of the Year' by the American Cancer Society (October 2014)
  • Inducted in the Broadcasting & Cable Hall of Fame (2016)
  • Edward F. McLaughlin Lifetime Achievement Award (2024)
OverviewDeborah Norville's career is marked by significant milestones in journalism, debuting as a singer and evolving into a celebrated news anchor. She served as co-anchor for renowned television programs and has also contributed as an executive producer and writer. Throughout her career, she has engaged in community work and raised awareness on various social issues.

Favourites

SnacksPotato chips with milk
FilmGone With The Wind (1940)

Some Lesser Known Facts

Deborah had aspirations of becoming a lawyer during her childhood.
She learned knitting at the age of 8 and showcased her talent by making her own pants at 9.
A member of Girl Scouts, she participated in various activities, including holding the title of Junior Miss in her county during high school.
Despite not winning the America's Junior Miss pageant, she credits it for sparking her interest in television.
She began her college career working as an intern and quickly progressed to a reporting position during her studies.
Norville once described her intense work schedule while studying in college, often spending nights in her car after working weekends.
She graduated summa cum laude, achieving a perfect 4.0 GPA and was elected to the Phi Beta Kappa Society.
Norville became a notable figure in television, marking pivotal moments including a week dedicated in her honor by Chicago's Mayor.