Hollie Strano (WKYC3): wiki, bio, net worth, age, divorce, change name, salary.

Down the years, Hollie Strano has assumed several roles as a TV host. The TV host is best known for her appearance as a weather forecaster and co-host on WKYC-TV’s Channel 3. Even though Hollie has had a long career in Television, she has stayed loyal to WKYC-TV and has been working with them all her career. In the years that followed, Hollie rose to fame and was approached by several TV networks. Hollie, however, stayed with Channel 3 and also worked on the weekday show Live on Lakeside. The TV host holds the position to date and shows no signs of stopping. In this article, we take a closer look at the wiki-bio of Hollie Strano.

Wiki/Bio Facts

Fact	Description
Full name	Hollie Strano
Date of birth	December 3, 1972
Age	51
Place of birth	Lyndhurst, Ohio, USA
Nationality	American
Zodiac sign	Sagittarius
Gender	Female
Sexuality	Straight
Relationship status	Likely single
Education	John Carroll University (communications), Mississippi State University (meteorology)
NWA seal of approval	Yes
Current position	Morning meteorologist and anchor on 3GO, host of Live on Lakeside
Previous positions	Weekend meteorologist at WKYC
Awards	Cleveland Magazine’s most interesting people, Open Door Award for Achievement in Advocacy, Helping Hands Award
Net worth	$500,000
Marital status	Divorced twice
Ex-husbands	Brian Toohig, Alex Giangreco
Children	Two, Jessica and Grady
Father	Joni Strano
Siblings	brother Mike and sister Stephanie
Pets	Two dogs, Otis and Maya
Hobbies	Cooking, baking, gardening, reading, yoga
Social media accounts	Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube
Contact email	hstrano@wkyc.com

Early Life

Hollie Strano was born on the 3rd of December 1972 in Lyndhurst, Cleveland, Ohio. Growing up, Hollie spent much of her childhood with her brother Mike and sister Stephanie. Raised by Joni Strano, the trio of three would often follow their father around in his exploits. Hollie finished her early education from the Saint Clare Grade School before passing her matriculation from Notre Dame Cathedral High School in 1980. Hollie continued her education and was awarded a bachelor’s degree from John Carroll University. Hollie’s final stop in her academic life was at the Mississippi State University for Agriculture and Applied Sciences, where she was awarded a post-graduate degree in science with a meteorology major in 1994.

Professional Career

Hollie is a certified meteorologist who is approved by the National Weather Association (NWA). The seal of approval from the NWA proved to be vital for Hollie in landing a job as a weather caster. Fresh out of college, Hollie started working at the TEGNA-owned and NBC-affiliated WKYC-TV as a weekend meteorologist. After that, She became the morning meteorologist and anchor on 3GO, which airs from 4-7 a.m. She also does weather and news cut-ins throughout the Today show. In addition to her weather duties, Hollie is also the host of Live on Lakeside, a midday talk show that features local restaurants, celebrity guests, community segments and more.

Hollie has received several awards and recognitions for her work and advocacy. She was named one of Cleveland Magazine’s most interesting people. She also received the Open Door Award for Achievement in Advocacy from the Nord Center in Lorain County and the Helping Hands Award from the ADAMHS Board in Cuyahoga County for her efforts to help others with anxiety and mental health issues.

Net Worth

Hollie Strano has been working in the field of weather and media for over 25 years and has earned several awards and recognitions for her work. She has an estimated net worth of $500,000. Her main source of income is her salary from WKYC. She also earns some extra income from her social media accounts, YouTube channel, and endorsements.

How Hollie Strano battled COVID-19 and anxiety with courage and positivity.

Hollie Strano has been open and honest about her personal life and mental health issues, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are some of the health issues of how she battled COVID-19 and anxiety with courage and positivity:

• Hollie Strano’s COVID-19 diagnosis: Hollie Strano contracted COVID-19 in December 2021, despite being vaccinated. She announced her diagnosis on social media and urged her fans to wear masks and be safe. She also shared her struggles with the virus and its impact on her mental health. She was off the air for several weeks until she recovered and got cleared by her doctor. She returned to her morning duties on 3GO and Live on Lakeside in January 2022.
• Hollie Strano’s anxiety issues: Hollie Strano has been open about her anxiety issues and how they affect her life. She has revealed that she suffers from panic attacks, insomnia, and depression. She has also spoken about the stigma and shame associated with mental health problems and how she copes with them. She has sought professional help and medication for her anxiety and has also used yoga, meditation, and positive affirmations as coping strategies. She has also been an advocate for mental health awareness and has received awards for her efforts.

Personal Life

Even though Hollie has spent the majority of her life in front of a camera, she shies away from them when it comes to revealing details on her personal life. For the longest time, Hollie dated and got married to her high-school boyfriend, Brian Toohig. The pair got married right after graduation and welcomed a daughter Jessica in 2006. Two years later, the pair gave birth to a baby boy, Grady. Things ended for the pair in 2011 when they filed for a divorce citing irreconcilable differences.

After splitting up with Brian, Hollie began dating Alex Giangreco. Alex who comes from Florida married Hollie in June of 2014 and the pair enjoyed a short-lived marriage. Hollie and Alex chose to part ways in 2017. Hollie Strano reverted to her maiden name after the divorce and has not remarried since then.

Why did Hollie Strano and Alex Giangreco end their marriage?

The exact reason for the divorce of Hollie Strano and Alex Giangreco is unknown, as they have kept their personal issues private. However, it was reportedly due to their long-distance relationship and different lifestyles.

Physical Traits

Physical Trait	Description
Height	5 feet or 152 cm (approx.)
Weight	45-55 Kg (approx.)
Body type	Slim
Hair color	Dark brown
Eye color	Brown
Skin tone	Olive
Face shape	Oval
Nose shape	Straight
Lip shape	Full
Smile	Bright and wide
Eyebrows	Arched and thin
Eyelashes	Long and curled
Freckles	No
Tattoo	None visible
Piercing	on ears