Evelyn Taft is a well-known meteorologist who is best known for her work with CBS and other networks. She has been working in the field since earning her certificate in meteorology but her work in the travel and entertainment industry since she was in her teens. She has traveled around the world for her work but is now based in Los Angeles.
Besides her professional success, people have shown much interest in Evelyn’s life. In this biography, we will take a detailed look at Taft’s childhood, career trajectory, relationship, motherhood, and more.
Where Is Evelyn Taft From?
The meteorologist was born Evelyn Celia Taft in Santa Clara, California, USA on August 24, 1984, as per IMDb. While she has not shared much regarding her childhood, we do know that Evelyn Taft’s parents were born in Moscow. She grew up speaking Russian and had an interest in international travel and culture.
Much regarding Evelyn’s childhood and her family members is kept away from the spotlight. But we do know that she grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area. Taft also seems to have completed her high school studies there before moving to Los Angeles to attend the University of Southern California’s Annenberg School of Journalism.
Evelyn graduated with a degree in broadcast journalism and political science from USC. While completing her studies she forecasted the weather for the college’s live newscast. Following her graduation, Taft joined Mississippi State University and earned her certificate in meteorology.
When Did Evelyn Taft Start Her Professional Journey?
After earning her certificate in meteorology, Evelyn Taft joined the CBS affiliate KCOY’s news team. She performed several duties as a news anchor, reporter, and weather anchor. She also spent a significant amount of time reporting several Santa Barbara County wildfires on the front line. Taft also forecasted weather at the Salinas-based KION, another CBS affiliate.
The Bay Area native has also worked for KRON 4 following which she joined KCAL. She used to forecast the weather for KRON 4’s seven-hour morning show. At KCAL, Evelyn was on air on the KCAL News at 8 pm and 10 pm on weekdays. Taft is a member of the National Weather Association and has continued to work hard in her career.
Who Is Evelyn Taft Married To?
Talking about her love life, the successful meteorologist is happily married and a loving mother of two. Evelyn Taft’s husband is Ross Resnick, a businessman who is best known as the founder of the Roaming Hunger. Ross created the company in Santa Monica to serve as a one-stop resource for food trucks which then moved to West Hollywood.
Evelyn’s husband has been quite successful with his business ventures. But more than that Ross is a loving father who took care of their young daughter when Taft was working as a meteorologist in the morning show.
Taft and Resnick have welcomed two kids together but have kept much of their lives away from the spotlight. The meteorologist rarely shares pictures of her family but we hope that in the coming days, we will get to know more about them.
What Other Interest Does Evelyn Taft Have?
Apart from her work, Evelyn Taft is also known for her interest in international culture and travel. She lived in France and London and also spent a significant amount of time in Israel. Moreover, she trekked through Asia, Europe, and Central and South America where Taft climbed Machu Picchu.
Evelyn worked at the Bay Area’s Midpeninsula Community Media Center as a teenager where she hosted various shows on travel and entertainment. And while she found a career as a meteorologist, Taft continues to enjoy her life sailing, eating from gourmet food trucks, and spending time with her family.