Joyce Garbaciak Biography
Joyce Garbaciak is an American journalist currently working as a co-anchor of WISN 12 Newws at 6:00. She has been a prominent broadcast journalist for decades, with 18 of those years spent at WISN 12 News.
Garbaciak opted to leave her full-time position at the anchor desk. She will remain with WISN 12 News as a “special projects” contributing journalist, reporting in a limited role. Garbaciak will do her farewell newscast on Friday, May 31, 2024. WISN 12 will commemorate Garbaciak’s substantial contributions to crucial local coverage in Southeastern Wisconsin with on-air tributes in late May.
“Joyce has had an immeasurable impact on our local community for many, many years,” states Jan Wade, president and general manager of WISN 12. “While we are tremendously grateful to Joyce for her many journalistic contributions over the years, we are very happy to have her staying connected to her WISN 12 Family through her ‘special projects’ role.”
Garbaciak began her successful career over three decades ago and has spent over 35 years working in the Milwaukee region. She began as a contributing correspondent for WISN 12 in 2006 and then became a full-time anchor for several WISN 12 News newscasts in 2014. Garbaciak said in September 2023 that she would only anchor “WISN 12 News at 6:00 p.m.”
“As I look forward to spending more time with my own family, I reflect on the fact that so many families across Wisconsin welcomed me into their homes every day,” Garbaciak tells me. “Mutual regard and trust are not lost on me. It has been an amazing honor to work as a journalist in southeastern Wisconsin.”
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Garbaciak has received numerous prizes and distinctions over the years. She has received nine Chicago regional Emmy Awards, as well as the coveted George Foster Peabody Award and the Edward R. Murrow Award. Garbaciak has also been inducted into the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame and the Milwaukee Press Club Media Hall of Fame. She has been a member of the Silver Circle for over a decade, a lifetime achievement recognized by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Chicago area. In addition, the Milwaukee Business Journal has designated her a “2024 Woman of Influence”.
“Things do come full circle! Joyce started with us in a special projects role 18 years ago and is now returning to the same work,” Wade says. “This position allows her to keep delivering the in-depth reporting and insightful storytelling that has made her a true icon in broadcast journalism.”
WISN 12 News will soon introduce the new co-anchor of “WISN 12 News at 6:00 p.m.,” who will work with anchor Patrick Paolantonio, Milwaukee’s Chief Meteorologist Mark Baden, and Sports Director Dario Melendez.
Joyce attended and graduated from Northwestern University’s prestigious Medill Scholl of Journalism where she received her bachelor’s and master’s degrees and graduated with honors and received an RCA/NBC Fellowship to complete her graduate studies. She stays active with her alma mater, serving on Northwestern’s Council of 100.
Joyce Garbaciak Age
How old is Joyce Garbaciak? Garbaciak has managed to keep her life private. Hence she has not disclosed her date of birth in the limelight. Therefore, it is hard to know her actual age and when she celebrates her birthday. We promise to keep you posted once the information is available in the public eye.
Joyce Garbaciak Family
Garbaciak is very private when it comes to her personal life, hence she has not disclosed her family members in the public domain. We promise to keep you posted as soon as the information is available.
Joyce Garbaciak Husband
Garbaciak is happily married to her beloved husband. However, she has not revealed information regarding her husband. Together, they have been blessed with three daughters. More information regarding the family will be updated as soon as it is available.
Joyce Garbaciak’s Height
Garbaciak stands at an approximate height of 5 feet 4 inches tall.
Joyce Garbaciak Net Worth
Garbaciak has an estimated net worth of between $1 million and $5 million as of 2024. Her income is mainly attributed to her successful career as a journalist.
Joyce Garbaciak’s Salary
Garbaciak receives an estimated annual salary ranging from $45,500 to $110,500.
