LeAnne Taylor

LeAnne Taylor | News On 6 Morning Show Host

LeAnne Taylor is a Tulsa news anchor and co-host of 6 In The Morning on News On 6. With more than 40 years in Oklahoma broadcasting, she has been a trusted voice for viewers looking for the latest news, weather, and community stories. Her day starts early when her alarm rings at 3:45 a.m. so she can be in the studio bright and early, helping Oklahomans start their day. A proud graduate of Oral Roberts University with a degree in Telecommunications, LeAnne began her television career in April 1984 and has been part of the News On 6 family since 1998.

Award-Winning Journalist & Breast Cancer Advocate

Beyond the news desk, LeAnne is a dedicated advocate for breast cancer awareness. As a breast cancer survivor, she has been actively involved with Susan G. Komen for the Cure, serving as past president of the Tulsa Affiliate and participating in the Race for the Cure annually. Her commitment to advocacy has earned her numerous honors, including:

1. “You Make A Difference” Award for publicly sharing her breast cancer battle
2. “Promise of One” Award for continued efforts with Susan G. Komen for the Cure
3. “Champions of Health” Award (2004) from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma

Awards & Recognition

LeAnne’s contributions to journalism and the Tulsa community have been widely recognized. Her dedication to broadcasting, breast cancer advocacy, and community service has earned her numerous honors:

Broadcasting & Journalism Awards

1. Two-time Emmy Award winner
2. Inducted into the Silver Circle by the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Heartland Chapter (2021), recognizing 25+ years of significant contributions to the television industry
3. Best Morning News Program honors from the Oklahoma Association of Broadcasters
4. Two-time Best TV Personality award recipient from the Tulsa Chapter of the American Women in Radio and Television (AWRT)

Community & Lifetime Achievement Honors

1. Saidie Adwon Lifetime Achievement Award (2025) from the Association for Women in Communications, honoring outstanding Oklahoma women who excel in their field and advance women in communications
2. Past President of the Tulsa Chapter of the Association for Women in Communications
3. Distinguished Alumni Award (2020) from Holland Hall for professional achievements and community contributions
4. Graduate of Leadership Tulsa, demonstrating a commitment to community leadership

Covering News Across the Country & Beyond

Throughout her career, LeAnne has covered major events and feature stories, including:

1. OU in the Orange Bowl in Miami
2. Behind-the-scenes reports from Hollywood on Star Search and The Young and the Restless
3. The Broadway premiere of The Outsiders musical in New York City
4. Men’s College World Series in Omaha, following the ORU Golden Eagles
5. Uganda, where she showcased Oklahomans’ efforts with Pros For Africa

In addition, LeAnne has provided live remotes from places like Sea World in San Antonio and Silver Dollar City in Branson.

Community Involvement & Personal Life

LeAnne is an active part of the Tulsa community, frequently emceeing events and supporting local charities. She and her husband, Andy, are members of Asbury Church and love spending time with their children, Nick and Rachel, and son-in-law Josh.

Outside of work, you can find LeAnne playing pickleball, creating Shutterfly photo books, or enjoying a round of the card game Hand, Knee, and Foot. And if you ask, she just might tell you about the time she received the *Excellence in Reporting” Award from Jimmy Kimmel Live!