Alice Gainer, Journalist, Biography, WCBS-TV, Age, Husband, & Net Worth
Alice Gainer Biography
Alice Gainer is an accomplished American journalist currently serving as an anchor and reporter for WCBS-TV and WLNY-TV in New York. Before joining CBS2, she co-anchored The News at Nine on WLNY alongside Dick Brennan. Gainer previously worked at WNYW Fox 5 New York, and prior to that, spent eight years as an anchor and reporter at News 12 New Jersey. Her reporting has also been featured on News 12 Westchester, CNN, Fox News Channel, and Fox Business Network’s Happy Hour.
She joined the station in January 2013, covering breaking news, feature stories, and general assignments. In addition to her journalism career, Gainer has appeared in films such as The Bourne Legacy (2012), Delivery Man (2013), and The Week Of (2018) .
Gainer graduated from Fordham University, where she earned a degree in Communications. During her time at Fordham, she was actively involved in the university’s radio station, WFUV, and the television station, contributing to her early experience in broadcasting .
Education
Gainer graduated from Fordham University, where she earned a degree in Communications. During her time at Fordham, she was actively involved in the university’s radio station, WFUV, and the television station, contributing to her early experience in broadcasting .
Alice Gainer Age and Birthday
Born on July 3, 1982, in Wayne, New Jersey, Alice Gainer is 42 years old as of 2025 .
Nationality
Gainer is an American citizen, born and raised in New Jersey .
Alice Gainer Height
She stands at approximately 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm) tall .
Family and Parents
While specific details about her parents are limited, Gainer has shared moments with her family on social media, including celebrating her grandmother’s 100th birthday .
Husband and Wedding
Alice Gainer is married to her husband John, They tied the knot in July 2019, having shared photos from her wedding on social media platforms . However it is not known if they have any children.
Alice Gainer Children
As of now, there is no public information indicating that Alice Gainer has children. However, she is married to her husband John.
CBS News Career
Gainer has been with CBS News New York since January 2013, where she serves as a reporter and anchor. Her work includes covering breaking news, feature stories, and general assignments .
Plastic Surgery
There is no public information or credible reports suggesting that Alice Gainer has undergone plastic surgery.
Alice Gainer Journalism Career
Alice Gainer graduated in 2004 from Fordham University with a degree in Communications (TV and Radio) and a minor in Business Administration. While at Fordham, she anchored for the university’s NPR-affiliated station WFUV, earning a Gracie Award for “Individual Achievement for Best Anchor (Radio).” She also anchored on the campus TV station and later worked with WBGO Radio, another NPR affiliate, as well as MetroNetworks for WOR, WABC, and Air America Satellite Radio.
Over the years, Gainer has been recognized with eight New York Emmy Awards in categories such as Breaking/Spot News, Crime News, and Entertainment News. She has received more than a dozen nominations, including in the categories of Live Reporting, Health/Science, and On-Camera Achievement. Notably, at just 25 years old—and after only two years in television—she was nominated for a New York Emmy for her live reporting.
In addition to her journalistic accolades, Gainer received a 2010 Associated Press First Place Award for Best Continuing Coverage, as well as an AP award for Best Election Coverage and a PRNDI (Public Radio News Directors Incorporated) award.
Television and Film Appearances
Beyond news, Alice Gainer has had several roles in film and television. She appeared as a news anchor in The Bourne Legacy, Delivery Man, and The Week Of. She also had a cameo as a reporter on the CBS legal drama Bull and was featured in a New York Mega Millions commercial and various MTV promos.
Pageants and Personal Interests
Gainer previously competed in the Miss New Jersey USA pageant, where she placed in the top 15 multiple times. She also held the title of Miss Somerset County 2006 as part of the Miss America Organization. In high school, she was captain of the varsity swim team, an all-county swimmer, and a varsity soccer player. At Fordham, she led the university’s nationally ranked competitive dance team
Salary and Net Worth
Gainer’s annual salary is estimated to be around $75,000, with a net worth of approximately $1.5 million, reflecting her successful career in journalism
