Ron MacLean Biography and Wiki
Ron MacLean is a renowned award-winning Canadian sportscaster for CBS and Rogers Media. MacLean is best known as the host of Hockey Night in Canada since 1989 where he hosted telecasts in Calgary and Toronto when Dave Hodge moved to Vancouver.
Ron began his sportscast career in the late 1970s, working for CKRD Radio in Red Deer, Alberta. In In 1984, he joined CBC Sports as a freelance reporter and became a full-time employee in 1986. He hosted a variety of sports programs for the CBC, including coverage of the Olympics, the Commonwealth Games, and the Pan American Games. Moreover, Ron is a former level 5 referee with Hockey Canada. He has refereed in junior, minor pro, senior, and university leagues across Canada, mostly in the Southern Ontario region.
Quick Facts About Ron MacLean
- Real name: Ronald Joseph Corbett MacLean
- Net Worth: $4 million
- Birthday: April 12, 1960
- Zodiac Sign: Aries
- Place of Birth: Zweibrücken, West Germany
- Nationality: Canadian
- Profession: Sportscaster
- Gender: Male
- Ethnicity: White
- Height: 5 feet 8 inches (1.72 m)
- Wife/Spouse: Cari MacLean
Ron MacLean Age and Birthday
MacLean was born on April 12, 1960, in Zweibrücken, West Germany. Ron is 63 years old as of 2023. His Zodiac sign is Aries.
Ron MacLean Height
MacLean is a man of average stature who stands at a height of 5 feet 8 inches (1.72 m) tall.
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Ron MacLean Family/Parents
The Canadian native was born to Ron MacLean Sr and Lila MacDonald in Zweibrücken, West Germany, at the NATO Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) Number 3 Fighter Wing Zweibrucken, West Germany. His father was stationed at the NATO RCAF Number 1 Air Division Headquarters, Chateau de Mercy, Metz, France where he was employed in the Chateau as an NCO Communications Operator (Crypto Centre). His family relocated back to Canada when he was 14 months old.
Ron McLean’s Wife, Cari MacLean
MacLean is happily married to his wife Cari MacLean since 1984. The couple meet while they were in high school.
Ron MacLean Salary and Net Worth
As of May 2023, MacLean has an estimated net worth of $4 million. Moreover, he receives an annual salary of about $160,000 from his work as a sportscaster for CBS and Rogers Media.
Ron MacLean Awards and Honors
Throughout his career, MacLean has been recognized for his contributions to sports journalism and broadcasting and has won numerous awards including;
- In 1996, Ron was inducted into the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame.
- Ron has won eight Gemini Awards for his work with CBC including the Best Sports Broadcaster award in 1994, 1997, 1998, and 2001.
- In 2004 and 2006, he won Best Host or Interviewer in a Sports Program or Sportscast.
- In 2015, he was inducted into the Oakville Sports Hall of Fame.
- MacLean along with his Coach’s Corner co-host Don Cherry, received a star on Canada’s Walk of Fame in 2016.
Education Background
Maclean attended high school in Red Deer, Alberta. After graduating from high school, he was preparing to join the University of Alberta when he was asked to fill in for a sick friend at CKRD-FM which led him to get a job at CKRD-TV. Ron therefore never attended university but he received an honorary degree from the University of Alberta in 2019.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Old is Ron MacLean?
Ron is 63 years old as of 2023. He was born on April 12, 1960, in Zweibrücken, West Germany.
Who is Ron MacLean’s Wife?
MacLean is happily married to his wife Cari MacLean since 1984. The couple meet while they were in high school.
How Tall is Ron MacLean?
MacLean is a man of average stature who stands at a height of 5 feet 8 inches (1.72 m) tall.
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