Kaitlin Monte

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Kaitlin Monte
File:Kaitlin Monte NBC New York Trivia Star Wars Day.jpg
Kaitlin Monte on set of NBC4 New York, Star Wars Day 2014
Residence New York City
Education University of Tampa (BA), Clarkson University
Occupation Television host, news anchor, traffic anchor
Years active 2011–present
Notable credit(s)
Height 5 ft 6 in (1.68 m)
Spouse(s) Chris Fohlin (engaged 2015–present)
Website kaitlinmonte.com

Kaitlin Monte is an Emmy-nominated[1] American television personality based in New York City. In June 2014, she became the traffic anchor for PIX Morning News on WPIX.[2] Prior to joining WPIX, Monte spent two years as host of the magazine-style sports show Mets Insider on SportsNet New York.[3] She has also been the host of WNBC's weekly interactive trivia on Today in New York. Monte previously held the title of Miss New York 2011 and finished 2nd runner-up at Miss America 2012.[4][5]

Early life and career

Monte grew up in Pittsford, New York where she attended Pittsford Mendon High School until age 16. She then attended Clarkson University's Clarkson School followed by University of Tampa, where she graduated with her Bachelor's Degree at age 19.[2]

In 2009, Monte became a performer for the USO Show Troupe,[6] the official entertainment group for the United Services Organization which provides musical performances and entertainment for American military personnel and families.

Monte spent her early career in musical theater and earned membership to Actors Equity Association in 2010. [7]

Professional career

NBC (2012-2014)

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Monte poses with NBC New York trivia fans at Rockefeller Plaza, New York City

Monte's television experience began in 2012 as the interactive trivia host on Today in New York. The 10-minute segment airs during the 9 o'clock hour and includes a timed, 10-question round of trivia supplemented by online engagement with fans through social media and an interactive chat room.

SportsNet New York (2013-2014)

Monte was the host of Mets Insider on SportsNet New York for the 2013 and 2014 Mets seasons. The program is a bi-weekly, magazine-style show featuring episodes geared towards a diverse range of Mets topics.

WPIX (2014-present)

In June, 2014 it was announced Monte would be the new weekday morning traffic reporter for PIX Morning News.[2] She reports on traffic conditions for the New York metro area weekday mornings from 5-9am. She also hosts a cocktail segment on the WPIX exclusive entertainment show Celebrity Tastemakers.

Monte was nominated for a 2015 Emmy Award for On-Camera Talent (Transportation/Traffic).[1]

Miss America

Monte competed in the 2012 Miss America competition, representing her home state as Miss New York 2011[4] and finishing 2nd runner-up.[5] In addition to her top three finish, Monte was awarded state and national lifestyle & fitness scholarships.[8] She was one of eight national finalists for the AMWAY Quality of Life scholarship, which recognizes women for having a measurable civic impact during their year of service.[9] Monte's chose “Anti-Bullying through Leadership” as her personal platform, providing comprehensive advocacy ranging from in-school presentations to legislative efforts.

Charitable work

Growing up alongside two siblings with severe learning and cognitive disabilities[10] lead Monte to become an active advocate in the anti-bullying movement.

In 2011, Monte founded an online petition to bring the issue of cyberbullying (referered to as "Jamey's Law" after Jamey Rodemeyer of Buffalo, NY) to New York legislators.[11] Shortly after, State Senator Jeffrey Klein proposed new cyberbullying legislation and the two joined forces along with Jamie Isaacs, to launch the New York Cyberbully Census.[12] Monte has made guest appearances on MSNBC[13] and Al Jazeera America discussing bullying-related issues, and was named the Anti-Defamation League No Place for Hate "Difference Maker of the Year" in 2012 for her "Anti-bullying Through Leadership" workshop series.

In 2015, Monte was appointed to the Board of Trustees for Clarkson University.[14]

References

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External links

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