Exclusive...as predicted. New Host for KING's New Day NW

It's official, Kelly Hanson is the new host of New Day Northwest on KING 5. She started as a sales assistant and has been the best fill-in host for the show since Amity Addrisi left for the Allen Institute. The memo from King program boss Jay Yovanovich;

I am elated to announce Kelly Hanson has been named host of New Day Northwest!

Kelly brings an array of skills to the role with a background in lifestyle content creation. Kelly has spent the last 11 years at KING 5, working as a true triple threat. Her work with our most prominent clients has produced dynamic commercial campaigns and solid professional relationships in client services, which has resulted in repeat business.

Her work on the Marketing side has garnered a coveted Promax GOLD award in the top category, (Large Market/ Image). This award is considered the top award in local television marketing.

And then there's Local Lens Seattle. Kelly helped start our flagship YouTube series and has singlehandedly kept it alive and growing, continuing to find client solutions and engaging content while becoming a force on social. Kelly's determination and hustle to make Local Lens a success exemplifies her character. You will not find a person inside the building who works harder than Kelly.

Her passion for highlighting the unique stories, talents, and innovations that make Western Washington special aligns perfectly with the spirit of New Day Northwest. Her warm personality, dedication to storytelling, and deep roots in our community make her the perfect choice to lead New Day Northwest into its next chapter.

Please join me in congratulating Kelly on her new role.

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