Elise Finch, the jovial meteorologist, bids her final goodbye on July 16. The WCBS honored the reporter with a sweet message–
“Elise was a gifted and consummate professional who took great care with her work. She was also a wonderful ambassador in the community, including her hometown of Mount Vernon.”
The network reminisces on the day Elise Finch first began her journey with WCBS–
“Elise has been a friend and team member at WCBS for 16 years. She first joined the team in 2007 as our weekend meteorologist and was most recently on the morning news with Mary Calvi and Chris Wragge. In September, Elise joined Cindy Hsu on the 9am newscast.”
What made the veteran reporter so beloved? What happened to Elise Finch that brought a wave of sadness in journalism? Let’s navigate through her exemplary career and fulfilled personal life.
Who Was Elise Finch’s Husband?
Elise Finch met her true love at CBS New York. Graig Henriques works as s photojournalist for WCBS. Sparks flew almost instantly as the two hit it off and decided to make it official by getting married in August 2013 in a “glorious wedding ceremony at Untermyer Gardens,” as reported by CBS.
Together they embarked on a journey of parenthood on November 23, 2016, as they welcomed their daughter Grace Henriques.
“Above all, Elise was a fiercely loving and devoted mother,” as stated in the CBS homage to their wholesome employee.
Who Is Elise Flinch? Where is Elise Finch From?
Elise Finch was grounded in her roots as she proudly owned her origins from Mount Vernon and graduated from Mount Vernon High School.
Later she enrolled at Georgetown University and was awarded the prestigious President’s Award with a Bachelor of Science degree. She pursued her higher education at Syracuse University and earned a Master of Science in broadcast journalism.
After completing her education, she was recruited by E! Entertainment Television to work behind the scenes. She also worked at NBC as a meteorologist. She got an opportunity to be an anchor for the “Early Today Show” on MSNBC and NBC Weather Plus.
Later she joined the CBS network’s flagship channel WCBS and served for 16 years.
Social Work, Awards, and Recognition
Elise was a multi-award recipient. She actively participated in uplifting her community. Finch was the face of several events for social causes and hosted the JDRF Walk for a Cure, Alzheimer’s Association of Greater New Jersey, Westchester Library System, the Mount Vernon High School Hall of Fame, and many more.
She covered the Black History Month segment and encouraged her peers as a member of the American Meteorological Society and the National Association of Black Journalists.
She was honored with the coveted Denzel Community Service Award in 2012. Elise was also recognized for her weather coverage at WCBS, which won her Emmy awards.
According to her CBS colleagues, Elise loved the “entertainment industry, most especially the music world.”
They revealed that “she was a self-professed superfan of Janet Jackson. She did wonderful interviews with her favorite singers.”
How Old Is Elise Finch?
Elise Finch was born on February 24, 1972, to James Finch Jr. and Charlette Finch. She was born and raised in Mount Vernon in New York State. Elise Finch was 51 years old when she passed away.
Why Did Elise Finch Die?
As per the reports, Elise was admitted to the local hospital, where she took her last breath. However, there are no definite reports for her cause of death yet.
But the industry peers and fans are shocked by her sudden demises, as condolences and homages pour in on social media.
What are your thoughts on Elise’s sudden demise? What do you think of Elise’s presence on WCBS? Did you like watching her weather coverage and other news reports? Let us know in the comments section below.
Nevertheless, she is a beloved reporter, and we pay our respect.
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