Brant Miller | NBC 5, Age, Bio, Height, Wife, Salary and Net Worth
Biography
Brant Miller is a celebrated American chief meteorologist at NBC 5 Chicago (WMAQ-TV), where he brings trusted forecasts to viewers on NBC 5 News at 5 p.m., 6 p.m., and 10 p.m. He joined the station in 1991 and has since become a familiar and reliable face for weather reporting in the Windy City.
Known for his deep expertise and warm on-air presence, Miller has spent decades helping Chicagoans navigate the elements with accuracy and insight.
Age and Birthday
Brant Miller is 75 years old as of 2025. He was born on February 8, 1950, in Portland, Oregon, and celebrates his birthday every February 8th.
Education
Miller honed his skills in aviation weather and meteorology at Mississippi State University and Portland State University, laying the groundwork for his long and successful broadcast career.
Brant Miller NBC 5 Chicago
Brant Miller currently serves as chief meteorologist for NBC 5 Chicago. His weather segments air during the station’s evening newscasts at 5, 6, and 10 p.m. He originally joined NBC 5 as a weekend forecaster, before stepping into his current role thanks to his expertise, credibility, and viewer appeal.
Before NBC 5, Miller began his weather broadcasting career in 1989 at Fox 32 (WFLD-TV) in Chicago. Over the years, he’s been honored with the Seal of Approval from the American Meteorological Society for both his radio and television forecasting.
Radio Work and Awards
Beyond television, Miller’s voice has been a familiar one on Chicago’s radio waves for over 20 years. He delivers weekday morning forecasts on WZZN-FM (94.7) from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m.
His excellence in broadcasting has earned him multiple accolades:
Silver Dome Awards for Best Television Weather Segment (1999 & 2000)
Chicago Emmy Awards for weather specials and auto show coverage
Recognized for his work on “The StormTrackers” and other local specials
Community Involvement
Miller is a strong supporter of child-focused initiatives and charities, including his ongoing involvement with the March of Dimes, advocating for the health of babies and families. His commitment to community service is as enduring as his broadcasting career.
Height
Brant Miller stands at approximately 5 feet 6 inches (167.64 cm).
Brant Miller Wife/Married
Miller is happily married to Lisa Miller, the President and Founder of Miller Broadcast Management, Inc. She is also the visionary behind KidsRadio, Inc., a unique radio platform created for and programmed by children.
Together, Brant and Lisa are proud parents of two sons and live in the north suburbs of Chicago.
Brant Miller Children
Brant and Lisa Miller have two sons:
Matt Miller, the eldest, serves as Vice President at Miller Broadcast Management
Joey Miller, their youngest, is a Purdue University graduate in Meteorology and celebrates his birthday on December 7th
Family Background
Born and raised in Portland, Oregon, Brant has kept details about his parents and siblings private.
Brant Miller NBC 5 Chief Meteorologist, Salary and Net Worth
Estimated Salary: $65,000 – $90,000 annually
Estimated Net Worth: $1 million – $3 million
His income is primarily derived from his long-standing career as a meteorologist and broadcast professional.
