Ever since she’s hit our screens, fans and critics have been curious about the details of Kacie McDonnell’s off-screen life. Although it is well known that she is a broadcaster with special interests in sports, many are unaware that Kacie has other personal sports connections. Here are the reasons why the attractive reporter’s profile should not escape your attention.
Kacie McDonnell Bio (Age and Early Life)
Kacie McDonnell is a Pennsylvanian born in JulyThere is little information about Kacie’s family and early life, but it is common knowledge that she and her two siblings (Isabelle and Lochlan) had a decent upbringing from their parents – Michelle and Ken McDonnell.
If Kacie’s academic records are all there is to doof, it’s safe to say that she was confident in her career path from an early age and has worked sensibly towards it. Kacie had part of her undergraduate education at Nativity BVM High School and then went on to study communications at Villanova University.
Your career, where is it now?
Kacie McDonnell started her career in broadcasting right out of college. The recent graduate landed her first job as an on-air model at QVC. After a few years on the network, she moved to FOX TV, where she rose through the ranks. In fact, McDonnell joined the network as a supporting cast member and pre/post-game reporter. She later served the socket in other different capacities.
In 2014, she got a job at Turner Sports. During her time at the media company, Kacie worked as a court reporter. Her professional career didn’t end there, as Kacie has also briefly worked as a reporter for other networks such as NBC-affiliated television station KSHB and the EW Scripps Company. McDonnell had a great career move in 2016 when she joined Boston-based network NESN, a media house that has been a springboard for several top sportscasters.
If you’re wondering where she is now, she works as an anchor at NESN and has served in that capacity since August 2016.Who is she dating?
The very attractive NESN reporter had an interesting dating history. Given that McDonnell has worked as a sportscaster for multiple networks, it’s not surprising that McDonnell has had some high-profile relationships, mostly with star athletes. From 2009 to 2011, Kacie was romantically linked to Christian Ponder, a former quarterback. Next was Jonathan Pettibone, another athlete she dated in 2013. Like the first, the relationship was short-lived and Kacie traded to quarterback Aaron Murray in late 2013.
Kacie’s romance with Aaron was interesting, and many assumed they were perfect for each other. Reportedly, not only did McDonnell eventually quit her job for the relationship, but it also morphed into an engagement. Sadly, Kacie and Aaron never made it as their engagement called off in January 2015 and just weeks before their planned wedding. Although both parties did not disclose the reasons for their split, there has been unconfirmed speculation that it was a matter of infidelity on Aaron’s part.
Kacie McDonnell soon found love again in the arms of another athlete, Eric Hosmer, a professional basketball player for the Kansas City Royals. The couple, who became an item in 2015, reportedly broke up after a short time but reignited their flame in 2017. It’s no news that McDonnell has never been married and has no children, but fans are hoping her love story with Hosmer has a happily ever after.
More interesting facts about Kacie McDonnell
1. It’s unusual that Kacie McDonnell was once a beauty queen. In 2008 she was crowned Miss Teen Pennsylvania International.
2. McDonnell is an avid music fan. In addition to her personal playlist, the reporter has often been spotted at various music festivals around the UK.
3. Apart from being acquainted with athletes and being a sports reporter, not many people know that Kacie is also an athlete. She is a former ice hockey player, although there are no official records of her on-field endeavors.
4. Kacie McDonnell is not only active in mainstream media but also on social media. She may not be on all popular social networking sites but fans can connect with the reporter through Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, over whom she has built a strong following.
5. When not working, McDonnell relaxes by engaging in a variety of fun activities. She enjoys fishing and cooking, among other things. In addition to official tours, the reporter also likes to travel occasionally for pleasure. Some of her favorite vacation spots are Oz and Singapore.
