Amy Andrews FOX 2 News, Bio, Age, Husband, Depression, & Daughter
Amy Andrews Biography and Wikipedia
Amy Andrews is an American journalist currently serving as a morning news anchor and reporter for WJBK FOX 2 News in Detroit, Michigan. Before joining FOX 2, she worked for three years as a news anchor and reporter at WNEM TV5-MY5 Meredith Corp in Saginaw, Michigan. Amy also spent nearly three years as a news anchor and correspondent for KLBC TV2 UPN in Laughlin, Nevada.
Amy Andrews Education
Amy studied for three years at Indiana University before transferring to Oakland University, where she graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism. She also completed her broadcast training at the Specs Howard School of Broadcast Arts in Southfield, Michigan.
Amy Andrews Age
As of 2025, Amy Andrews is 49 years old. She was born on January 29, 1976, in Indiana, United States.
Amy Andrews Height
Amy stands at an average height of 5 feet 9 inches (1.75 meters) and maintains a body weight of approximately 58 kilograms. Additional details about her other body measurements are currently under review.
Nationality and Ethnicity
Amy holds American nationality and citizenship by birth. Although born in Indiana, she was raised in the northern suburbs of Detroit, Michigan. She is of white-American ethnic heritage.
Family Background
Amy was raised in Detroit by her supportive parents. Details about her mother and father remain private. After her parents’ divorce, one of her parents remarried, and Amy gained two step-siblings in addition to her two biological sisters.
Siblings
Amy has four siblings: two biological sisters and two step-siblings. Updates about her siblings’ lives will be shared once available.
Jeff Gutt
Before her marriage, Amy was engaged to Jeff Gutt, the American singer best known as the former lead vocalist of Stone Temple Pilots. Amy and Jeff share custody of a son from their previous relationship.
Husband: Rodney Thomas
Amy is married to Rodney Thomas, a school principal. The couple tied the knot in 2008, although the specific location of their wedding has not been disclosed.
Daughter
Amy and Rodney are proud parents to a daughter, Grace Elizabeth, born in January 2010.
Missing Wedding Ring
Fans noticed Amy appeared without her wedding ring during a live broadcast, sparking speculation about her marital status. However, Amy has not publicly commented on the matter.
Salary and Net Worth
Amy earns an estimated annual salary of $81,654 as a co-anchor at FOX 2 News in Detroit. Her net worth is estimated to be between $1 and $3 million.
Health Challenges: Surgery and Mental Health
In 2021, Amy underwent back surgery following a serious beach accident that left her temporarily paralyzed. She successfully recovered and returned to work in 2022.
In 2024, Amy announced she had stepped away from the anchor desk temporarily to focus on her mental health. She shared via social media that she is battling severe depression and anxiety and is taking time off to heal.
Career at FOX 2 Detroit
Amy co-anchors FOX 2 News Morning and created the popular segment Amy’s Angels, which highlights individuals making a difference in their communities.
After completing her education, Amy launched her journalism career in Colorado, working at a small station in Montrose. She transitioned from sports to news reporting while at KREY/KREX, then worked at KLBC TV2 in Nevada and KSBY 6 in San Luis Obispo, California. Eventually, feeling the pull of the Midwest, she returned to Michigan, working at WNEM TV5 before finally joining FOX 2 Detroit in September 2011—fulfilling a long-held dream.
Why Is Amy Andrews Off the Air?
In early 2025, Amy announced that she had temporarily stepped away from her role at FOX 2 due to a recurrence of severe depression and anxiety. She expressed gratitude for the support she received and assured viewers she is working hard to return to the morning newscast she loves.
