Danielle Breezy

Danielle Breezy serves as the Chief Meteorologist at WKRN News 2 in Nashville, Tennessee, a role she commenced in July 2016. Her interest in meteorology developed during her childhood in the Philadelphia area, where she experienced diverse weather phenomena including blizzards, ice storms, and tornadoes. This early exposure led her to pursue atmospheric science at Cornell University. Following her academic pursuits, Breezy gained experience in various markets, with professional stops in Salisbury, Oklahoma City, Dallas, and Boston, before establishing her presence in Nashville. She holds the Certified Broadcast Meteorologist (CBM) Seal, which represents the highest certification available to meteorologists in broadcasting.

Throughout her career, Breezy has received recognition for her work. In 2022, the American Meteorological Society honored her with the June Bacon-Bercey Award for Broadcast Meteorology, specifically acknowledging her critical work during the Middle Tennessee tornado outbreak in March 2020. This award highlights her commitment to public safety through accurate and timely weather communication. Further academic recognition came in 2023 when she received the Young Achievement Award from Cornell University’s College of Agricultural and Life Sciences. In 2024, the Nashville Business Journal recognized her contributions by naming her one of their Women of Influence, specifically for her community support.

Beyond her on-air duties, Danielle Breezy is actively engaged in community service. She functions as the spokesperson for the Nashville St. Jude Dream Home Campaign and holds a position as a Councilor for the American Meteorological Society. Her volunteer efforts extend to involvement with the American Cancer Society, the American Red Cross, and the Nashville Humane Association. Additionally, she dedicates time to visiting schools, aiming to motivate young students to pursue careers in mathematics and science.