Biography
Michelle Miller is a prominent American journalist, best known as the co-anchor of CBS Saturday Morning and national correspondent for CBS News.
Born December 8, 1967, in Los Angeles, California, Miller’s journalism career is marked by significant accomplishments and a deeply personal story. She earned her BA in Journalism from Howard University and then received an MS in urban studies from University of New Orleans.
Michelle Miller’s career began with internships at Nightline and the Minneapolis Star Tribune, followed by roles at the Los Angeles Times. Her journey eventually led her to CBS News, where she covered major events like the Sandy Hook shooting, presidential elections, and international stories. Her work has earned her numerous awards, including an Emmy and an Edward R. Murrow Award.
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| Real name: | Michelle Miller |
| Born: | December 8, 1967 (age 56) |
| Place of birth: | Los Angeles, California, United States |
| Nationality: | American |
| Education: | Howard University (BA); University of New Orleans (MS) |
| Height: | 1.7 minutes |
| Parents: | Ross M. Miller Jr., Maria Ortiz Miller |
| Siblings: | Do not have |
| Couple: | Marc H. Morial (married 1999) |
| Boyfriend • Partner: | Do not have |
| The children: | Margeaux Morial, Mason Morial |
| Job: | Journalist • National Correspondent |
| Net worth: | $2 million – $5 million (USD) |
Early life
Michelle Miller was born on December 8, 1967, in Los Angeles, California, during a time of significant racial unrest. Her early life was marked by personal and racial complexity, growing up in a multiracial family.
Her father, Dr. Ross M. Miller Jr., was a prominent black surgeon known for his civic leadership and as one of the first physicians to care for Robert F. Kennedy after his assassination. Her mother, Maria Ortiz Miller, was of Mexican descent but did not acknowledge Michelle because of her race, resulting in Michelle being raised primarily by her father and grandmother Beatrice Bessie Burson Miller.
Michelle Miller identifies as biracial, with her father being African American and her mother being of Mexican descent. Her upbringing may have exposed her to Christian traditions, which are common in the African American and Mexican American communities. Her father’s involvement in civic affairs, including his role as president of the Compton-Los Angeles County Civic Center, further shaped her understanding of community and leadership.
Her mother’s absence had a significant impact on Michelle’s sense of identity and belonging. Her memoir, “Belonging: A Daughter’s Search for Identity Through Love and Loss”, delves into these themes, exploring the journey of self-discovery and the challenges of feeling too brown to be white and too light to be fully accepted as black.
Education
Michelle Miller’s educational journey was marked by her pursuit of journalism and urban studies. She graduated Howard University has a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism.
After graduating from college, Miller continued her education abroad, studying in Kenya and Tanzania, which further enriched her perspective on global issues. She then earned a Master of Arts in Urban Studies from University of New Orleans.
Career
Michelle Miller’s journalism career has been marked by a range of notable experiences and accomplishments. She began with internships at Nightline and the Minneapolis Star Tribune and later wrote for the Los Angeles Times. At Orange County Newschannel, she took on multiple roles as an editor, producer and reporter, setting the stage for her future in broadcast journalism.
Her career in television news took her to WIS-TV in Columbia, South Carolina, where she worked as a weekend morning anchor and reporter. She then moved to New Orleans, joining CBS affiliate WWL-TV, where she hosted The Early Edition, which became the highest-rated newscast in its time slot nationally for three years. This role greatly enhanced her anchoring and reporting skills.
Michelle Miller joined CBS News in 2004 and has since become a renowned correspondent, covering major national and international stories. Her reporting has included major events such as Sandy Hook Elementary School Shootingpresidential elections and the refugee crisis in the Middle East. Her work has earned her numerous prestigious awards, including an Emmy and the Edward R. Murrow Award.
Throughout her career, Miller has been recognized with numerous awards. She received an Emmy for her series on the National Guard’s Youth Challenge Academy, an Edward R. Murrow Award for her coverage of a child care center confrontation, and was part of a team that won the Alfred I. duPont-Columbia Award for its coverage of the Newtown, Connecticut school shooting.
Michelle Miller holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Howard University and Master of Science in Urban Studies from University of New OrleansIn addition to her journalism work, she also teaches journalism at Dillard University and share his knowledge with aspiring journalists.
In addition to her journalism career, Miller is deeply involved in community service. She has served on the boards of organizations such as the School of American Ballet, Education Africa, and the Women’s Leadership Initiative of United Way New Orleans, demonstrating her commitment to social issues, education, and community development.
Currently, Michelle Miller is a co-anchor of CBS Saturday Morning, where she continues to cover a wide variety of topics, from breaking news to in-depth interviews, demonstrating her versatility and depth as a journalist.
Awards & Recognition
- Edward R. Murrow Award for reporting on the New Orleans child care center conflict.
- Emmy Award for series about the National Guard’s Youth Challenge Academy.
- The Alfred I. duPont-Columbia Award was given to the team covering the Newtown, Connecticut school shooting.
- Women of the Year Award presented by the National Sports Foundation.
- Howard University Alumni Award for Postgraduate Excellence.
- Honorary degrees from St. Francis University and St. Peter’s University.
- Distinguished alumnus of Howard University and University of New Orleans.
Social media
- Instagram: Michelle Miller (@michellemiller29)
- Wikipedia: Michelle Miller
- Twitter: Michelle Miller (@CBSMMiller)
- Facebook: Michelle Miller
- LinkedIn: Michelle Miller – CBS News
Personal life
Michelle Miller is married to Marc Morial, also known as Marc H. Morial, an American political and civic leader who served as mayor of New Orleans from 1994 to 2002 and currently serves as president of the National Urban League.
The couple married in 1999 at St. Louis Cathedral in New Orleans. They have two children: a son, Mason Morial, born in 2002, and a daughter, Margeaux Morial, born in 2005. Reports of Miller’s height vary, with some sources listing Miller as being around 5 feet 8 inches (1.7 metres).
Michelle Miller and Morial met while she was working as a journalist in New Orleans, where he was serving as mayor. Their relationship grew from that initial relationship, eventually leading to their marriage. Michelle Miller has only been married once, to Marc Morial.
Net worth
Michelle Miller, known as a co-anchor on CBS Saturday Morning and a national correspondent for CBS News, has built a formidable journalism career.
Her net worth is estimated to be between $2 million and $5 million, largely amassed through her successful journalism career. Miller’s annual salary is reported to be between $93,594 and $119,296, reflecting her position at CBS News.
Her extensive experience in broadcast journalism, including notable roles at WWL-TV in New Orleans and many other media outlets, further solidifies her financial standing.
