Thomas Drayton Biography
Thomas Drayton is an American television personality currently co-hosting the 4-6 a.m hours on Good Day Philadelphia at Fox 29. His career has spanned various cities, including New York City, Denver, Sacramento, Anchorage, and Colorado Springs.
Drayton rejoined Fox 29 in October 2016 after previously working at Fox 29 News at Five and Fox News at Ten from 2008 to 2013.
Born in Philadelphia and partially raised in the Delaware Valley, Drayton attended Marcus Newcomb Middle School in Pemberton Township, New Jersey. He later pursued a B.A. in telecommunications at Pepperdine University.
Thomas Drayton has received numerous awards and honors for his outstanding work, including the National Association of Broadcasters Awards for Outstanding News Anchor, Outstanding News Producer, and Outstanding Investigative Reporting.
He has also been recognized by the National Association of Black Journalists, received Associated Press recognition for local and national reporting, and earned accolades from the NAACP for his commitment to the community. Additionally, Drayton has received thirteen Emmy nominations.
Beyond his television career, Drayton is actively involved in philanthropy. He collaborates with Non-Profit Organizations (NPOs) to support various projects, particularly focusing on helping families in need and individuals living with H.I.V/Aids. He has established three academic scholarships for less fortunate children in the community.
Previously, Thomas Drayton served as the Sacramento Vice President for the National Academy of Arts and Sciences, where he launched an academic scholarship for minority students interested in broadcasting careers. His dedication to both journalism and community service has made him a respected figure in the industry.
Thomas Drayton Salary
Thomas Drayton’s salary is $80,000 every year and he gets a monthly salary of $6,666.40. He is a proficient American television personality currently co-hosting the 4-6 a.m hours on Good Day Philadelphia at Fox 29.
| Year | Salary Per Year | Salary Per Month |
| 2024 | $80,000 | $6,666.40 |
| 2025 | $85,000 | $7,083 |
| 2026 | $90,000 | $7,500 |
| 2027 | Â $95,000 | $7,916.13. |
| 2028 | Â $100,000 | $8,333 |
Thomas Drayton Net Worth 2024
Thomas Drayton is estimated to have a net worth of $2 million at present. He has accumulated his net worth with the versatility he has shown in each field he has worked in. His primary source of income is from his career as a television personality. As he progresses in his career, his net worth is projected to rise.
| Year | Net Worth |
| 2024 | $2 million |
| 2025 | $3 million |
| 2026 | $4 million |
| 2027 | $5 million |
| 2028 | $6 million |
Thomas Drayton Age
Thomas Drayton is 50 years of age as of 2024. He was born in 1973 in Delaware Valley, United States of America. He celebrates his birthday every year with his family and close friends; his zodiac sign is not known.
| Year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Thomas Drayton Age | 50 years | 51 years |
Thomas Drayton Height
Thomas Drayton stands at an average height of 5 feet 7 inches approximately 1.70 m.
Thomas Drayton Parents (Mother and Father)
Thomas is the only child of Anna Gadsden and William Drayton, who hails from the Delaware Valley. Despite being raised in this region, there is limited information available about his family, including his mother, aunts, uncles, and siblings. Thomas is an American citizen, and it’s worth noting that his father was stationed at Fort Dix.
Thomas Drayton Education
Thomas’s educational background includes attending Marcus Newcomb Middle School and later earning a bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications from Pepperdine University.
Thomas Drayton Wife
Currently, Thomas is married to Ann Drayton, and the couple exchanged vows in a private wedding ceremony. However, details about their children, if any, remain uncertain. The family resides in Philadelphia, PA.
Thomas and Ann have chosen to keep information about their marriage and wedding private, leading to limited knowledge about their family life. Ann Drayton, Thomas’s partner, maintains a low profile, and there is scarce information available about him.
Thomas Drayton Fox 29
Thomas Drayton rejoined the FOX 29 News team in October 2016 as co-anchor of the 4-6 a.m. hours of “Good Day Philadelphia” after working as an international network correspondent and host. He was previously co-anchor of the “FOX 29 News at Five” and “FOX 29 News at Ten” from September 2008 to 2013.
An Emmy award-winning anchor and correspondent, Thomas was an anchor and reporter in New York City, Denver, Sacramento, Anchorage, and Colorado Springs.
Thomas spent part of his childhood in the Delaware Valley, attending Marcus Newcomb Middle School in Pemberton Township, N.J., while his father was stationed at Fort Dix. He later attended Pepperdine University where he earned a B.A. in Telecommunications.
Recognized for his excellence in reporting, Thomas has received numerous awards and honors including the National Association of Broadcasters Awards for Outstanding News Anchor, Outstanding News Producer, and Outstanding Investigative Reporting.
Other accolades include NAACP Recognition for Leadership and Commitment to the Community, National Association of Black Journalists Awards, Associated Press recognition for local and national reporting as well as thirteen Emmy nominations.
Working with various non-profit organizations, Thomas supports numerous projects including working with families in need and individuals living with H.I.V./ AIDS. He founded three academic scholarships for underserved children in the community.
He previously served as the Sacramento Vice President for the National Academy of Arts and Sciences, where he founded an additional academic scholarship for minority students who are interested in a broadcasting career.
