Donna Britt was a dedicated journalist from the United Staes of America. She was a longtime television news anchor at WAFB in Baton Rouge. She had joined as a news reporter on WAFB in 1980.In addition to journalism, Britt was also a music person. She specializes in oboe, piano, and violin. She used to compose music in her leisure time. However, in 2017, she was diagnosed with a motor neuron disease called amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. She lost her battle against the disease and passed away on 21st January 2021.
Quick Facts: Donna Britt Cause Of Death: Husband And Family Facts To KnowName
Donna Britt
Birthday
July 1958 Age
62
Gender
Female
Nationality
American Profession
News Anchor
Married/Single
Married
Husband
Mark Ballard
Children
Louis Ballard and Anne Ballard
Education
University of Southern Mississippi Donna Britt's final 6pm newscast on WAFB. She ended her career surrounded by people who loved her. I hope her family feels that same love today. #RIP pic.twitter.com/Irm9I3ksJb
— Blaine Stewart (@BlaineStewart) January 21, 2021 10 Facts on Donna Britt
According to the source, Donna Britt was born in July 1958. Her age was 62 years old and she would have turned 63 in July 2021.
Britt was born and brought up in Biloxi, Mississippi. She held American nationality.
She graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi and LSU, majoring in band directing and specializing in oboe, piano, and violin.
Donna Britt was married to Chief Mark Ballard. He is an editor of The Advocate Capitol news bureau covering Louisiana government and politics.
Doona Brit and Mark are blessed with 2 children Louis Ballard and Anne Ballard. The family is residing at State Capitol, Baton Rouge.
Donna was a news anchor at WAFB. She served on the channel for 38 years from 1980 to 2018.
According to WAFB, they heard her voice on the radio as Dj, loved her voice, and hired her right away.
In 2017, Doona was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. On July 27, 2017, she shared her diagnosis with viewers at 6 p.m. WAFB newscast. Sadly, Doona Britt lost her battle against the disease. The ALS disease caused her death on 21 January 2021.
The dedicated journalist is not available on any social media platform. However, she can get to know her through her Wikipedia bio.
The journalist had earned quite a successful life for herself. However, the details regarding her net worth and salary are not disclosed.
