Bianca Peters’ bio: her background, career, and life beyond the screen

Bianca Peters’ bio: her background, career, and life beyond the screen

Bianca Peters is a prominent American journalist and news anchor. She co-hosted Good Day New York before transitioning to anchor The Noon and The FOX 5 News at 6 p.m. on FOX 5 NYC. Bianca Peters' bio explores her background, career, and life beyond the screen.

Bianca Peters taking pictures at Fox News studios
American journalist Bianca Peters has a genuine passion for sports, having grown up in a sports-talented family. Photo: @biancapeterstv (modified by author)
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Key takeaways

  • Bianca is known for her engaging storytelling and dynamic presence on air.
  • She began working at FOX 5 in September 2019 and departed in May 2026.
  • The journalist has worked for various TV stations, including JUCE TV and NBC5.
  • She won the Miss Malibu Pageant competition in 2010.
  • Bianca was also among the top 10 finalists in the Miss California contest in 2010.

Bianca Peters’ profile summary

Full name

Bianca Castillo Peters

Famous as

Journalist and former FOX 5 NYC anchor

Gender

Female

Date of birth

17 November 1989

Age

36 years (as of September 2026)

Zodiac sign

Scorpio

Place of birth

Miami, Florida, United States

Residence

Manhattan, New York, United States

Nationality

American

Ethnicity

Latina

Religion

Christianity

Sexuality

Straight

Height

5’4’’ (160 cm)

Hair color

Brown

Eye color

Grey-Brown

Father

Anthony Morales Peters

Mother

Patricia Castillo Peters

Sister

Moriah Smallbone

Brother

Anthony Ezra

Marital status

Unmarried

Alma mater

California State University

Qualification

Degree in Communications

Profession

Journalist

Net worth

$1 million - $5 million

Instagram

@bianca.peters

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Bianca Peters’ biography

Bianca Castillo Peters is an Emmy-winning anchor, best known for her roles as a morning and daytime anchor on FOX5 NYC. She co-hosted Good Day Wakeup and Good Day New York, before transitioning in January 2024 to co-host The Noon and The FOX 5 News at 6 p.m.

What is Bianca Peters' age?

The journalist is 36 years old as of September 2026. Bianca Peters' birthday is 17 November 1989, and her zodiac sign is Scorpio.

Facts about Bianca Peters
Top five facts about Bianca Peters. Photo: @biancapeterstv (modified by author)
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Bianca Peters' parents

The renowned journalist was born in Miami, Florida. Bianca Peters' father, Anthony Moreno Peters, is a former Los Angeles Superior Court judge, while her mother, Patricia Castillo Peters, is an interior designer.

Bianca Peters' parents' nationality

Her parents are American-Mexican nationals of Mexican heritage.

Bianca Peters' siblings

She was raised in the California inland cities of Chino and Ontario alongside her two siblings. Her sister, Moriah Castillo Peters, known professionally as Moriah Smallbone, is a Latin Christian country artist.

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Since 2023, Moriah Smallbone has been a cast member of the streaming TV series The Chosen, portraying Bathsheba, one of King David's wives. Her brother, Anthony Ezra, works in retail.

Educational background

After completing high school, she enrolled at California State University, Long Beach, CA, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications.

How did Bianca Peters start her career?

Peters began her career while she was in college, where she served as a sports anchor and reporter for College Beat Productions in Long Beach, California. While still at the California State University, Bianca produced and hosted a college football show.

Speaking about what inspired her career choice, she told the New York Post in March 2018:

I am 5 feet 4 inches tall and weigh less than 110 pounds, but on the inside, I am a 6-foot-4, 230-pound football player. In my mind and heart, I was created to be on the football field, but like most other people, my genes have had the last word.

She added context about her football-obsessed upbringing, her uncle's professional career, and her decision to enter sports broadcasting as a way to stay close to the game.

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Bianca Peters' career summary

After graduating from college, Bianca landed her first job at ESPN as a host for the X-Games events in Los Angeles, California.

Later, she co-hosted JUCE TV, a nationally syndicated talk show where she analyzed topics including social, political, and spiritual issues.

Before that, Peters worked at WFOR-TV in Miami, Florida, where she served as a traffic anchor and sports reporter from 2016 to 2019.

Bianca was also a news anchor and reporter for KOBI-TV in Medford, Oregon. Additionally, she worked as a morning show anchor and reporter at NBC5, KOTI, and FOX 26 in southern Oregon.

What happened to Bianca Peters?

Peters joined FOX 5 in September 2019 and quickly became a familiar face to New York viewers. She co-hosted Good Day Wakeup (weekdays, 4:30 a.m. to 7 a.m.) and then Good Day New York (weekdays, 7 a.m. to 10 a.m.) alongside Rosanna Scotto.

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In January 2024, a major scheduling shift occurred when it was announced she was moving from the morning show to anchor daytime slots, hosting The Noon and The FOX 5 News at 6 p.m. alongside other station updates. Prior to her subsequent career moves, she also made notable guest appearances, such as on Fox & Friends Weekend, sparking broad media interest.

What is Bianca Peters doing now?

As of September 2026, her next permanent broadcast role following her time at FOX 5 has not been officially announced. She remains active on social media platforms like Instagram and X (Twitter), sharing updates on travel, daily life, and current events.

What is Bianca Peters' net worth?

Though not confirmed by Bianca, sources report her alleged net worth range as somewhere between $1 million - $5 million. Her primary source of income is her journalism career.

How much does Bianca Peters make?

According to Career Bliss, Bianca Peters' salary is believed to be around $75,000 annually, which is the average salary for an anchor at Fox News. However, this figure is unverifiable and may not reflect her actual earnings.

Is Bianca Peters married?

The American journalist does not have a husband at the moment. Many made assumptions about Bianca Peters' wedding in July 2025 when she posted on Instagram images of herself attending a wedding and captioned:

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Are Danny Amendola and Bianca Peters married?

Danny and Bianca are not married but were reportedly in a relationship. The two were photographed together in October 2018, which led to a public breakup between Amendola and his girlfriend, Olivia Culpo.

Although Amendola was a popular NFL player, a wide receiver for the Miami Dolphins at that time, Bianca reportedly did not know that he had a girlfriend.

While Danny assured actress Olivia that nothing was going on with Peters, the journalist had no plans to see him again after the incident. The relationship between Danny and Olivia ended for good around April 2019.

Who did Bianca Peters date?

According to US Magazine, she was romantically linked to Matt Kalil, a former NFL offensive tackle, while in college.

In a March 2018 interview with the New York Post, she discussed her pattern of dating athletes and her most serious relationship with a then-unnamed Minnesota Vikings player, a relationship that led her to relocate before ultimately ending.

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Are there images of Bianca Peters with no makeup?

While the journalist is yet to post herself on social media without makeup, she has shared several images of herself with minimal makeup and natural, unstraightened hair.

What is Bianca Peters’ height?

The American news anchor is 5 feet 4 inches (160 centimetres) tall and weighs less than 110 pounds.

Latest news

Following her high-profile transition away from Good Day New York to daytime programming in 2024, she has continued to command national media attention, including a guest stint on Fox & Friends Weekend. No new permanent network anchor role has been officially confirmed as of September 2026.

Fast facts about Bianca Peters

  • Her uncle was a football player, and her cousin is currently in the profession.
  • She is a wine professional, an SSA Certified Sommelier, to be specific.
  • She interviewed Emily in Paris' actors William Abadie and Lucien Laviscount.
  • She posts her opinions about daily news on her X (Twitter) page.
  • She posts on IG about her travels to places like London, Paris, and the Bahamas.

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From her athletic roots and early pageant successes to her prominent broadcasting career on FOX 5 New York, Bianca Peters has established herself as a dynamic and engaging media figure. As she navigates her next professional chapter, her journey underscores a lasting passion for storytelling, sports, and connection that continues to captivate audiences both on and off the screen.

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