Rhiannon Ally is a respected journalist known for her expertise in news reporting and conducting interviews. She currently works as an anchor for ABC News and Nightline. Additionally, Rhiannon serves as a correspondent on ABC’s “Good Morning America.” On December 14th, 2022, she also made an appearance as a guest co-host on GMA3: What You Need To Know.
Early Life
Rhiannon Ally was born on July 12, 1978, making her 46 years old as of 2024. Her full name at birth was Rhiannon (Albertson) Ally. She grew up in the Kansas City, Missouri area, where her mother fostered a love of reading. Rhiannon graduated from Raytown South High School in 1999.
Ally went on to attend the University of Missouri-Kansas City, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications in 2012, with a minor in Political Science. She also pursued coursework in children’s literature during her time at the university.
Rhiannon Ally Career Overview
Rhiannon Ally began her journalism career as an anchor at a local news station in Kansas City. She initially worked as a morning anchor at WIBW-TV in Topeka, Kansas, where she quickly became a well-known figure and was voted one of Topeka’s most beloved television personalities. Her exceptional work earned her a “Kansas Association of Broadcasters Award” for the show Best Morning.
In addition to her anchoring role, Ally worked as a news reporter and correspondent for several prominent national programs, including NBC’s Today Show and Dateline. In 2011, she co-hosted the nationally syndicated lifestyle and entertainment program Better TV, where she conducted high-profile one-on-one interviews with notable figures such as Madonna, Denzel Washington, Caroline Kennedy, and Gloria Steinem.
Path to Prominence
Rhiannon Ally began to gain wider recognition after covering the red carpet at the MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles and reporting from London for the world premiere of Avatar. Her career took another exciting turn when she performed on stage in a Las Vegas show and collaborated with celebrity chefs like Guy Fieri, Bobby Flay, and Mario Batali in cooking segments.
Her visibility continued to grow when she appeared in the music video for Matt White’s song Falling In Love (With My Best Friend). Rhiannon later joined WCBS in New York as an entertainment reporter and substitute anchor, where she covered major stories such as the Elizabeth Taylor auction at Christie’s Auction House. She also reported on high-profile celebrity events, including Kim Kardashian’s divorce and the birth of Blue Ivy, the daughter of Beyonce and Jay-Z. In addition to her work in New York, Rhiannon had stints at WFOR-TV in Miami, where she anchored CBS4 This Morning and CBS4 News at Noon. She also co-anchored at KSHB-TV, where her efforts earned her an Emmy Award.
As an Author
Rhiannon Ally is also an accomplished author. In August 2018, she released her children’s book titled Mommy, Please Don’t Go to Work!, which explores themes related to children and their mothers, particularly working women who strive to balance their careers and family life while remaining a top priority for their children.
Humanitarian Efforts
Rhiannon Ally is deeply committed to giving back and is actively involved in several charitable organizations, such as the National Eating Disorders Association and the American Heart Association. She is passionate about raising awareness for mental health, specifically focusing on the importance of addressing anxiety and depression.
Marriage and Family Life
Rhiannon Ally is happily married to fellow journalist Mike Marza, who proposed to her in 2007. Mike is known for his work as the co-host of Eyewitness News Mornings at WABC-TV in New York City, where he has earned two consecutive Emmy Awards for Best Anchor. The couple tied the knot in October 2008.
In 2015, Rhiannon and Mike worked side by side as evening co-anchors at KSHB, the NBC affiliate in Kansas City, but they both left the station in 2019. They celebrated their 15th wedding anniversary in 2023. Together, they are parents to three children: Roman (8), Camila (7), and Natalia (4). Despite their busy careers, Rhiannon cherishes spending time with her family, balancing both her home life and work responsibilities.
Social Media Presence
Rhiannon Ally stays connected with her followers through social media, sharing glimpses of her personal life and family moments. On Instagram, she has a verified account (@rhiannonally) with 19.8k followers.
She is also active on Twitter, where her handle is @RhiannonAlly, and she has 12.6k followers. Additionally, Rhiannon runs a YouTube channel (@TheRhiannonAlly), though it has a smaller following of 32 subscribers. For more about her professional journey and updates, Rhiannon’s IMDb page and official website rhiannonally.com provide further information.
