Local Newsmen With The Best Hair: 2015

It’s the biggest and most prestigious award in the news industry: “Best Hair” by GetGoodHead.com.

Last year we presented the 25 Local News Men with Great Hair! This year we are doing something a little different. We created the official list of local newsmen with the best hair from each state! We have also included the runner-up for each state.

Our Criteria For Great Hair

The hair obviously makes the man, but what makes the hair? Perfect hair has 4 characteristics:

• thick
• full volume
• well-styled
• no receding hairline

We used those 4 factors to evaluate the hair.

We did not take into consideration; hair color or attractiveness of the man. However, there seems to be a correlation between great hair and overall “hotness.”

How We Came Up With Our List

We went state by state. Our process was time-consuming, to say the least.

First, we listed all of the local TV stations in the state.

Then we pulled the headshots of all the on-air talent from each station. (It all starts with a good headshot).

Next, we narrowed it down to those who exhibited the four factors mentioned above. We would look at Twitter and Facebook pictures to get a more accurate look at their hair.

Finally, through deliberation and comparison, we picked our winner (aka: “Best Hair”) and our Runner-Up.

We repeated that process for each state.

Some Fun Statistics

• Most popular hair product used by the men on our list: American Crew.
• Creating this list took a team of people about 100 hours.
• Roughly 30% of the station bios we looked at linked to the wrong Twitter and/or Facebook account.
• Anchors and Meteorologists have better hair (for the most part) compared to general assignment reporters.
• There seems to be a correlation between weather temperature and hair quality. States with higher temperatures seem to attract talent with better hair.
• The Newsmen on our list have over 100 Emmy Awards combined.
• 5 winners from last year are also on this year’s list! This was not intentional.

Congratulations to everyone who made it on our list! A special thanks to those journalists who e-mailed us comments on their win. All year we write about things like finding your perfect shampoo and which hair dryer works the best, but each year this article is our favorite! We have a great time doing this each year and are glad that you guys have fun with it too!

 

Alabama

Best Hair – Joe Whelan

Now ladies, calm down. This “Hair God” is engaged and off the market, but that doesn’t mean we can’t ogle after him. Whelan is the weekend sports anchor for ABC 33/40, previously reported in Indiana and North Dakota, and graduated from the University of Maryland.

Whelan’s hair looks like something you could get lost in – and be completely okay with. It also looks like something we should stuff pillows with. Too creepy? Alright, that’s too far – but you get the point, right? It’s soft! It’s fluffy! It’s plentiful!

Through extensive and thorough research, we found that the wind is always slightly blowing on Whelan’s hair when he is outside. While scientists can’t figure out exactly why, most hypothesize that God is blessing all that gaze upon his mane by adding a little breeze for effect.

While we could not reach Joe Whelan for comment, we are sure he is overly thrilled to take home the gold for Alabama.

You can show Whelan some appreciation (or chat about sports) on Twitter.

Twitter: @WhelanABC3340

 

Runner Up – Josh Gauntt

Are you shocked that Josh Gauntt is our runner-up and not our winner? Well, some of us are too! It was a battle, let us tell you! Gauntt’s hair is near perfect as it comes. But Joe eventually won out due to volume alone. (We made sure to look at other pictures before we made the final decision).

An Alabama native, Gauntt has worked all around the south and is currently a reporter for the Fox6 News team. You can totally tell he is a Southern boy just by his hair. We’re betting $10 that he was in a fraternity in college.

Gauntt’s hair could run for President…and win. Not Gauntt himself. His hair. It’s about as perfectly styled as it comes. Traditional, simple, timeless. Bravo, Josh!

Twitter: @ABC7Elex

 

Colorado

Best Hair – Mark Taylor

Arizona State University delivers another Best Hair winner on our 2015 list. Mark Taylor is an Arizona native who has been the weekend Morning Anchor for CBS4 in Denver since September 2013. However, he’s been attracting women (and probably a few men) with his elegant hair for years.

He owns a pug. The pug is named Paige. We think that is adorable. And we’re distraught that we don’t have a picture of the pug named Paige. We also think that Taylor should write a children’s book called “The Pug Named Paige.”

In addition to having an addiction to peanut butter, Taylor also has an addiction to maintaining fabulous hair. While the picture speaks for itself, imagine for a moment that it doesn’t.

Taylor’s hair is the type of hair that all other hair should be based on. Ignore his perfectly structured face and appropriately sized ears. Just look at the hair. Now, what would you change? Nothing, right? Flawless Hair = Mark Taylor.

When informed of receiving this great honor, Taylor said the following:

“I guess I’d like to thank my Father, who taught me never to underestimate the power of a strong side-part. I use Tea Tree Special Shampoo and then a bountiful combo of classic gel, American Crew Pomade, and Aquanet to keep things looking like I pulled my hair out of a hat box and put it on my head like a helmet.”

And you guys, he added the winky face in the e-mail! Like, seriously, how much do you love this guy?! Also, if you follow him on Twitter, you can see a picture of him with a beard.

Twitter:@marktaylor_tv

 

Runner Up – Noel Brennan

We have a problem with 9News in Colorado – Noel Brennan is an overnight multimedia journalist? With that hair? No, ma’am! He needs to be a daytime journalist so more people can see his hair! When you work all night, you sleep all day, leaving most Colorado citizens unable to see his hair.

Luckily, you can see him on TV in the morning as he reports on – stuff.

He’s an ultimate frisbee player and ultimate hair runner-up! What Brennan has that most guys don’t is an incredible shine to his hair. It’s GAW-JESS!

Noel Brennan did not respond to our request for comment.

You can follow him on Twitter, but try not to bother him during the day – he’s getting his beauty rest.

Twitter: @Noeltbrennan

 

Connecticut

Best Hair – Darren Kramer

Darren Kramer is the anchor for News8 in Connecticut. He delivers the news at 5 pm, 5:30 pm, 10 pm, and 11 pm. In other words, never schedule anything to do at 5 pm, 5:30 pm, 10 pm, and 11 pm.

Darren Kramer is the local newsman with the best hair in Connecticut! Thick, luscious hair that makes us believe anything that comes out of his mouth. He says he loves being a husband and father on his news anchor bio, and we believe him.

On the “8 Things You Didn’t Know About Darren Kramer” list (yes, there is a list), #1 says, “I have been told I have the hair of a young Tina Turner.” Well, keep on “rollin'” Kramer because your hair is giving us LIFE!

Mr. Kramer did not respond to our request for comment, but you should still absolutely follow Tina, errr, I mean – Kramer on Twitter!

Twitter: @darrenkramer8

 

Runner Up – Matthew Campbell

Sleek, chic, and shiny – Matthew Campbell and his luscious locks take our second position in Connecticut.

In addition to having great hair, he also parts and styles his hair wonderfully. You’ve got to work with your hair, not against it, and Campbell does just that. Campbell’s hair looks healthy and vibrant – not to mention no signs of thinning. His hair is thick!! Like, “I-don’t-need-a-helmet-because-my-hair-will-protect-me-thick.”

We were unable to contact Campbell, but assume he is elated and planning a celebratory dinner with friends and family right this minute.

Follow Campbell on Twitter! At the time of writing, he is rocking a purple shirt and tie that we are obsessed with!

Twitter: @mgmcampbell

 

There was one more man on our list that unfortunately got “Connecti-CUT” – Max Reiss. He is the political reporter for NBC Connecticut. We wanted to give him a shoutout because although he didn’t make our list – he still has some great hair! Follow him on Twitter: @maxreiss

 

Delaware

Sorry, Delaware. You don’t really have a local TV market. Your TV comes from DC and Philadelphia. So, check out those states and see if you agree with our picks! To make up for it, we added Washington DC to the list.

 

Florida

Best Hair – Chris Van Vliet

Once upon a time, in a land known for weird news, there lived an Entertainment Reporter named Chris Van Vliet. Chris had won 3 Emmy Awards, was named Bachelor of the Year by Cosmopolitan Magazine, and was awarded Personality of the Year by the Broadcaster Hall of Fame, but that still wasn’t enough. Luckily, in 2015, GetGoodHead.com named Chris Van Vliet the winner for best hair in Florida among local newsmen, and his life became complete, and he lived happily ever after!

At least that’s what we assume happened.

If your eyes can get past his pearly whites and chiseled jaw, you’ll see that his hair is freaking awesome. Perhaps a little too high up top, but overall youthful, masculine, edgy, and hot…the hair, that is.

Follow him on Twitter for all things entertainment.

Twitter: @chrisvanvliet

 

Runner Up – Adam Kuperstein

Another Emmy Award-winning journalist, Adam Kuperstein, joins our Florida list of the best hair. Kuperstein anchors the evening news on NBC6.

In addition to loving the thickness and style of his hair, we are obsessing over the color! This handsome dark brown color is making Floridians weak at the knees. If Kuperstein ever starts going gray, it will only enhance his look. We can picture it already, perfect brown with hints of gray – yes, please!

We decided to name this specific shade of brown “Kuperstein Brown.” Kuperstein Brown goes well on the exterior of homes and belts.

You can follow Adam Kuperstein on Twitter and stay up to date on his glorious hair.

Twitter: @AdamNBC6

 

Before we leave the Weird News Capital of America, we want to mention Kevin Ozebek, who almost made our list. He’s got a nice head of hair, and it needs to be noticed. You can follow him on Twitter at @kevinozebek.

 

Georgia

Best Hair – Fred Blankenship

There are few absolute facts in life. The ocean is made of saltwater. Broccoli is a vegetable. Fred Blankenship does not have a receding hairline… AT ALL!

You guys, we cannot get over this! Look at his hairline! It isn’t even thinking about receding. It’s all, “nah…I’m good. I’ll just stay here.” Well done, Fred!

In addition to having this impossibly perfect hairline, Blankenship is the morning and midday anchor for Channel 2 Action News. He is married and the father of two children. Fred, if you can give your boy one gift, give him your hair genetics!

Obviously, he has the best hair in local news in Georgia!

Follow Fred Blakenship on Twitter. Be careful not to follow the wrong Twitter account which the station website actually links to. C’mon guys, get it together.

Twitter: @fblankenshipwsb

 

Runner Up – Buck Lanford

Buck Lanford has two things going for him: first, Buck, and second, his awesome hair. Anyone named Buck is destined for great things!

This 3-time Emmy Award-winner is also a husband and father of two. But enough about his hobbies, let’s talk about his big accomplishments – having great hair.

Wonderfully styled, expertly cared for, and truly a vision in brown, Lanford’s hair has volume and depth that would make any follicle enthusiasts rage with jealousy.

While Mr. Lanford did not respond to our request to comment, we’re confident that he and his wife are renewing their vows just to commemorate this tremendous honor.

You can follow Buck on Twitter, and you should; because we’re sure you aren’t following anyone else named Buck.

Twitter: @BuckFOX5

 

Hawaii

Best Hair – Taizo Braden

Aloooohhaaaaa!

People from around the world come to Hawaii to swim in the pristine beaches, hike the amazing mountains, and gaze upon the beautiful hair of Taizo Braden. But mostly to gaze upon the beautiful hair of Taizo Braden.

If you need someone with great hair to tell you that things are all clear on Kalaniana’ole Highway and be able to pronounce Kalaniana-ole, then look no further than Taizo Braden. Braden is the traffic reporter for Channel 2 in Hawaii. He saves you time on your commute from his expert reporting while giving you inspiration from his wondrous hair.

While Braden is fluent in Japanese and has his real estate license, his hair is not fluent in “having bad hair days” and holds no licenses.

Follow the king of 808 traffic on Twitter!

Twitter: @TaizoBraden

 

Runner Up – Paul Drewes

When we contacted Paul Drewes to tell him he was being considered a finalist, he was very excited.

Paul told us, “I am happy and humbled to be included on this list. So humbled, I have to bow my head. No, wait, that is so you can get another look at my hair!

Here’s my secret: A simple 2-in-1 shampoo and conditioner (Pantene), a little Bed Head gunk, and I’m good to go. I haven’t combed my hair in years; all it takes is just a quick run-through with my hands.

In addition to reporting and anchoring the news, I have to admit that I pay close attention to the weather — and only leave the house if it will make my hair look great! Good thing I live in Hawaii, where the weather (and my hair) almost always cooperate!”

We couldn’t agree more. And just so you know, Paul, you have made about 45 thousand people dislike you just through the “I haven’t combed my hair in years, all it takes is just a quick run through with my hands” comment.

Hey, if you got it, own it!

Follow this Hawaiian Hunk on Twitter.

Twitter: @pauldrewes

 

Idaho

Best Hair – Roland Beres

Some people would say the lighting and clouds in this picture make Roland Beres look like a divine spirit. We think it’s the hair…and the lighting and clouds.

First, we love the styling (short on the sides, volume up top). Second, his hair fits his face perfectly. Remember, you can’t change your face, but you can change your hair. Finally, it is wonderfully textured.

His hair makes us want to run our hands through it and mess it all up. However, we have a hunch that his hair would look even better, all messy.

Mr. Beres did not respond to our request for comment. And we were actually really disappointed because we bet he would have had a great response by looking at him.

Follow the Idaho winner on Twitter.

Twitter: @rolandberes

 

Runner Up – Don Nelson

Don Nelson has got “anchor hair” if we’ve ever seen it. We trust him. We love him. If he has grandkids, we’re jealous of them. He’s the Grandpa/Uncle you always wish you had. Yes, we’re basing this solely off his hair.

An interesting fact about Nelson: his first career was as a DJ, and his DJ name was Dangermoon. You guys, Dangermoon.

Another interesting fact: once, he bowled a 286…on Wii.

We love the gray at the temples and the volume where it matters most. He has great hair, and we’re so happy he’s on our list.

He did not respond to our request for comment.

You should follow Dangermoon on Twitter… for sure. You guys, Dangermoon.

Twitter: @dondangermoon

 

Illinois

Best Hair – Ryan Chiaverini

Ryan Chiaverini co-hosts Windy City LIVE weekday mornings at 11 am on WLS. The show has a very loyal viewer base. However, those loyal viewers don’t tune in to learn about the most recent entertainment gossip or hear juicy interviews with major celebs. No, they tune in to see the hair on top of Ryan Chiaverini’s head!

With a perfect combination of wavy and fluffy, Chiaverini is making men all over the country envious. See that receding hairline, though? No, you don’t! Because he doesn’t have one. Clearly, Ryan is winning the hair game!

Ryan, you’re living in the perfect city because we bet that your hair looks great blowing in the wind.

Follow this winner on Twitter.

Twitter: @ryanwcl

 

Runner Up – Marcus Leshock

Marcus Leshock has a laundry list of accomplishments. He won four Emmy Awards, named CLTV’s 2008 Employee of the Year, has over 7 million views on his YouTube channel, and can now add “Best Hair Runner Up for Illinois” to his achievements.

Leshock is a feature reporter for WGN Morning News and more than likely a feature character in your dreams. His hair is strong. Leshock strong. It looks like you could climb it, and it wouldn’t fall.

He is very active on social media, so reach out to Illinois’ runner-up and tell him congrats!

Twitter: @marcusleshock

 

Before we move on from the Windy City, let’s talk about Sean Lewis, and let’s do it right now. Sean Lewis is a journalist for WGN-TV in Chicago and woos his viewers with slick hair. And we mean, SLICK! Make sure you follow him on Twitter: @seanlewiswgn

 

Indiana

Best Hair – Marc Mullins

The only thing we like more than great hair is alliterations, and Marc Mullins has both. His full follicles and clean coif are about as perfect as hair comes.

The shampoo that touches that hair is the luckiest in the world. That large smile isn’t because he’s an anchor/reporter for WRTV6 in Indiana or because he has 6-year old Pekingese named Bishop – it’s because his hair is so great!

Marc Mullins did not respond to our request for comment, but we’re not holding it against him.

Make sure you follow this Hair Hunk on Twitter.

Twitter: @MarcMullins1

 

Runner Up – Dave Calabro

We’re not the only ones who think Dave Calabro, sports director for WTHR, has great hair. His fans love his hair just as much as they love him! In fact, Dave Calabro’s hair even has its own Twitter handle, aptly named @calabroshair. He is the only newsman on our list whose hair has its own Twitter handle.

We contacted Calabro about his great hair, and he didn’t seem surprised about receiving this great honor. Calabro said, “I hear about my hair several times a day. I am a slob at heart, so it makes it very funny that people think I spend a lot of time worrying about my hair!”

Here are 13 Things You Didn’t Know About Dave Calabro.

If you don’t want to follow Dave Calabro’s hair on Twitter, you can just follow Dave Calabro.

Twitter: @calabro13sports

 

Iowa

Best Hair – Chris Earl

We love the anchor for ABC 9 in Iowa, Chris Earl. Why? Because his hair is sexy as hell, and he basically wrote this section for us. Thanks, Chris! Take it away.

“I’m a 40-year old man, and the reason I use Axe is that I also have a 7th-grade son in our house. There’s Under Armour for clothing and Axe for various male grooming supplies. I will confess that I still use the ‘gel’ like I was a poor man’s Jason Priestly in 1991. Like an older man who still uses Grecian Formula, I still gel up my ginger top before each newscast. The ideal time is about 90 minutes before the news – like consuming a casserole, you want to let it ‘set before serving.’

Who will I thank? That’s easy—my parents. I do realize that I’m one of the fortunate ones at age 40. Some gray is working its way in, but I still have the hair after 20 years in a moderately stressful job.

Behind every great newsman is often a very deliberate and delegated process of hair maintenance. Not always…but often.”

Oprah recommends printing out Earl’s piece of prose and hanging it on your bathroom mirror so you can read it every day.

Twitter: @chrisearl9

 

Runner Up – Dan Winters

Let’s play two truths and a lie.

1. Dan Winters has a dog named Paul Harvey.

2. He sent us an e-mail begging us to be a part of the list.

3. He was president of his Fraternity.

The lie? #2! Dan Winters doesn’t beg for anything because Dan Winters has hair fit for a king.

When he ran for President of his fraternity, everybody voted for him – even the other guy who ran against him. When he runs for President against Hillary, the same thing will happen.

We may be approaching Summer, but it’s always Winter in our hearts!

Twitter: @danwinters

 

Kansas

Best Hair – Brad Stephens

He looks like a high-level executive, sounds like a hot knife through butter, co-anchors the 5 pm, 6 pm, and 10 pm news on KCTV5 in Kansas City!

3 out of 4 doctors recommend Stephens. The 4th doctor who doesn’t recommend Stephens is an idiot and should be picketed.

Sure, he’s been nominated for an Emmy. But what’s really impressive is his gorgeous grey hair. A Silver Fox if we’ve ever seen one! He looks just as good in khakis as he does in a three thousand dollar suit. When he laughs, babies stop crying, and the American Flag starts waving. Once, he raised his left eyebrow, and his lawn cut itself.

These are facts.

Follow this mega-sports fan on Twitter.

Twitter: @bradkctv5

 

Runner Up – Michael Schwanke

First things first, don’t his smile remind you of Ryan Seacrest’s smile?

Michael Schwanke co-anchors Eyewitness News at 5 pm for KWCH12 in Kansas.

Ladies, he’s married, so you can stop Googling his address, you crazy stalkers!

Schwanke has won both a national and a regional Edward R. Murrow Award.

The best word to describe Schwanke’s hair? Sexy. Or stupendous. No, sexy. Yes, definitely, sexy. He’s got sexy hair for sure.

Make sure you follow this sexy man on Twitter.

Twitter: @KWCHMichael

 

Kentucky

Best Hair – Eric Flack

WHOAAAA!!!!

This Hair Hunk will be topping our list this year for best hair in the country and is the obvious winner of Best Hair in Kentucky!

He has won 11 Emmy Awards and in 2012 was voted Best Reporter in Louisville by the magazine “Best of Louisville.” He is currently the investigative reporter for WAVE3 in Louisville.

There is absolutely no comb good enough to move through his handsome hair. There is no shampoo worthy enough to cleanse his fabulous follicles. There is no conditioner virtuous enough to rest in his perfectly styled coif.

Posting this picture of Erick Flack’s hair is the closest thing we’ve done to putting porn on this website.

Follow him on Twitter and THANK him for allowing us all to sit and stare at this phenomenal hair.

Twitter: @flackwave3

 

Runner Up – Bill Bryant

Bill Bryant has hair as distinguished as his career. Currently, he is the morning and noon anchor on WKYT and has been anchoring longer than anyone else in Lexington, Kentucky history!

His hair is very Presidential. It’s made for TV and exudes confidence and honesty.

Bill Bryant did not respond to our request for comment, but that’s probably because he doesn’t have time between anchoring the news and hosting Kentucky Newsmakers.

Follow the king of Kentucky news on Twitter!

Twitter: @kynewsmakers

 

Louisiana

Best Hair – Greg Adaline

Our nickname for Greg Adaline is Ada-boy Adaline. He is the morning anchor on Fox 8 in New Orleans. NOLA is a lucky city to have this hunk of man bringing them the news each morning.

Originally from Michigan, this Emmy nominated journalist is married with three kids. When asked who he would like to thank, Adaline said, “Glad to be considered, and truth be told — I have to give credit to my Mom for my thick dark hair.”

As for products, Adaline explains, “I use Paul Mitchell Tea Tree Shampoo and American Crew fiber to keep my short hair looking clean. It’s a low maintenance cut and style for a guy who considers himself — well…low maintenance.”

Low maintenance? We don’t believe it for a second. We do believe, however, that Mrs. Adaline’s hands are super lucky since they get to run through Mr. Adaline’s hair.

Follow NOLA’s best hair on TV on Twitter!

Twitter: @gregadaline

 

Runner Up – Scott Walker

This year marks Scott Walker’s twentieth year in the local news game. This means he must have started on-air when he was around 10 years old. He looks so young!

His neatly styled hair has helped win honors such as “Best News Anchor” by the Press Club of New Orleans and “40 Under 40” by Gambit. Now he can add “2nd Place for Best Hair by a Local Newsman in New Orleans.” Scott, your certificate is in the mail.

In response to being considered for this list, Scott Walker said, “I’m honored to be considered. Paul Mitchell shampoo and American Crew styling paste are the keys to this coiffe that has been known to move only slightly during…actually never.”

If you check out his Twitter profile, you can see more stunning images of his hair. It’s really wavy.

Twitter: @scottwalker6

 

Maine

Best Hair – Jon Chrisos

Last year, Jon Chrisos did not make our list…and you, the Internet, were not happy about it. Well, listen up, Internet, he’s on our list this year! But not because you pressured us, but because he actually does have the best hair in Maine. Maine-ly, because of his hair’s volume and overall style.

Jon Chrisos is the anchor and investigative reporter for the Channel 13 News Team in Maine.

Ignore his contagious smile and manicured eyebrows and focus on the root of the matter – his impressive follicles. They are stunning!

He did not respond to the request for comment, but ladies, according to his bio, “In his free time, Jon enjoys running, renovating, skiing, working out and eating out.” To learn more about Jon Chrisos, follow him on Twitter.

Twitter: @JonWGME

 

Runner Up – Tom Johnston

Did Tom Johnston work for Campbell? Because he is mmm-mmm good!

Tom Johnston is a meteorologist for WCSH6 in Portland. In fact, he is a Certified Broadcast Meteorologist. He’s also a CHH (Certified Hair Hunk).

His Twitter bio is worth quoting verbatim: “Meteorology maniac mostly monitoring media mentions. Moreover, my multimedia mundo makes me more marvelous!” We couldn’t have said it better ourselves, but we’ll try.

If you were going to sit down and create the perfect head of hair – it would be something like Tom’s. It is Full with a capital F! In the picture shown, it has been tamed and showcases his professionalism. In his Twitter profile picture, he has it messier, and it still looks awesome and adorable.

Follow him on Twitter. Now.

Twitter: @TJThunder

 

2nd Runner Up – Dave Eid

We had to add Dave Eid! There is just too much good hair in Maine!

Right down the hall at the WGME station is Dave Eid, who is also our runner-up! Uh-oh, it’s going to get super awkward in the break area.

We can see it now…

Dave’s all, “Oh, hello, Jon.”  And Jon’s like, “Did you see the GetGoodHead.com article?” And then Dave’s like, “Uhhh, yeah, I did. Congratulations. You deserve it.” Jon smiles and goes, “Don’t worry. You’ll get ’em next year.” Dave’s like, “Oh, well…I’m actually more focused on my work than winning some stupid title on a hair website.” Jon goes, “Your ‘work’ being sports?” And then he repeats, “sports? Really, Dave?” And Jon totally used air quotes when he said the word “work.” And then Dave goes, “Yes, sports. Something people actually tune in to see.” And now the crowd that has formed goes, “Ooooohhhhhh.” But then, Jana Barnello, their other anchor, goes, “Guys, calm down. The news is starting, and we need to get ready.” And everyone goes their separate ways, but everyone knows this is far from finished.

Congrats, Dave! Sorry, your entire section got taken up by a hypothetical story. Follow him on Twitter and tweet him! Are you #TeamChrisos or #TeamEid?

Twitter: @DaveEidWGME

 

 

Maryland

Best Hair – Charley Crowson

Charley Crowson and his glasses anchor the morning show for ABC 2 in Maryland. The true star, of course, is his slicked-to-the-right hair.

He’s won 3 Associated Press Awards, 2 Emmy Awards, and 1 spot on our list of local reporters with the best hair.

Crowson’s 5 o’clock shadow, adorable dimples, and manicured hair gives him that hunky anchor look women (and some men) adore. Keep it, Charley Crowson! The world needs you.

Make sure you follow Maryland’s hottest hair anchor on Twitter.

Twitter: @CrowsonfromABC2

 

Runner Up – Tony Pann

Tony Pann is the WBAL 11 Meteorologist! Legend has it – that each night, his hair tells him exactly what the weather will be for the next day. Amazing. The people of Maryland are truly fortunate.

Pann has full and thick hair from temples to peak. His hair is strong enough to withstand winds up to 20 mph and slick enough actually to repel rain. When it’s hot out, Pann’s hair reflects sunlight to keep him cool. At night, his hair folds down to keep his head warm.

Multipurpose hair at its best.

Follow this hair and weather wizard on Twitter.

Twitter: @tonypannwbal

 

Massachusetts

Best Hair – Adam Williams

Adam Williams has a simple name and hair that is anything but.

Williams anchors the 5 pm, 6 pm, 10 pm, and 11 pm news for 7NEWS in Boston. He is also a general assignment reporter. How is this possible? Do you sleep, Adam?

We’re not surprised, however, that WHDH is working Williams to the bone. They know what matters most for ratings – people with great hair. Adam Williams is both a great person and has great hair. Winner! Did we mention he’s pretty darn cute too?

Show this Ratings Warrior some love on Twitter.

Twitter: @adamwilliamsTV

 

Runner Up – Reid Lamberty

Boom! Look at that! Hey, there. 😉

Gentlemen, if you haven’t gotten the notice – tight on the sides and volume up top will almost always shape your face the way that looks best. Just look at Lamberty!

Reid Lamberty is a reporter for WCVB in Boston and runner-up for Massachusetts’s best hair.

His hair got a lot of practice looking great when he was a reporter in Miami, Florida. (Side note: Miami local news reporters and anchors are super hot. All of them.)

Lamberty’s hair swoops left and right. He’s a bi-swooper. Although he swoops harder than anyone, he doesn’t participate in Twitter. You got it, no Twitter.

So instead, follow us on Twitter!

Twitter: @getgoodhead

 

 

Michigan

Best Hair – Brad Galli

Brad Galli loves sports and won an Emmy when he was named Best Sports Reporter in Michigan. He is an anchor and reporter for ABC7 in Michigan and also hosts The Now. Speaking of now, right now, he is our winner for best hair by a local newsman in Michigan!

What we like about Brad’s hair is that it isn’t too overwhelming or in your face. His hair is like the sweet, kind boyfriend you took home to meet your parents for Thanksgiving in college. It’s the kind of hair that would absolutely help an elderly lady across the street. It’s the quality of hair that would say, “guys, c’mon, show a little class,” when his buddies take it too far when talking about a hot chick that walks by.

When notified that he was being considered for this once-in-a-lifetime honor, Galli said, “I’ve gone to the same barber since I was 12, and now I work in my hometown. Stephen Trachsel at the Barber Pole is an awesome friend and the best barber. Other people on TV say to go to a dance salon, but my dad took me to the barber on Saturdays growing up. I like the environment at my barbershop, and I’m glad to say that friendship is the only thing behind my hair.”

Follow Brad Galli on Twitter, and maybe he’ll tweet you back!

Twitter: @BradGalli

 

Runner Up – Jon Jordan

Jon Jordan is the Style Editor for NBC 4 in Detroit, Michigan! If you don’t love his fashion sense and style, you will love his hair. If you also don’t love his hair, then you aren’t human, and you should go back to your cave.

Jordan owns the whole “organized chaos” hair. It’s messy but self-aware. Not many guys can pull this off. Most guys who have “messy” hair actually just have messy hair! They think they look cool like Jon Jordan, but instead, they just look like they don’t own a shower or a mirror. Great job, Jon!

Jon is not an avid Tweeter, but you should follow him anyway. It’s about quality, not quantity, right?

Twitter: @j2style4u

 

Minnesota

Best Hair – Blake McCoy

Uh-oh! Look who’s back! It’s Blake McCoy! McCoy made our list last year in our article, 25 Local News Men With Great Hair! One look at his fantastic follicles, and you’ll see why he’s back on the 2015 list!

Blake McCoy is a weekday reporter and the weekend anchor for KARE11. He started in 2012 and quickly became a Minnesota staple. He may be talented. Honestly, we have no way of knowing. But we’re pretty sure his success is directly related to his incredible hair – and that dashing smile!

McCoy Hair is firm, confident, and better than yours.

Follow “The Real McCoy” on Twitter!

Twitter: @BlakeKARE11

 

Runner Up – Tom Butler

Tom Butler is an anchor for Fox9 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This was a tough battle between Tom Butler and Blake McCoy. You can see why. Butler’s hair is very… organized, for lack of a better word. Everything looks in place, and it is all moving in the same direction. It looks like the sandy floor of the ocean that has settled to the will of the waves. Whoa, we just got super poetic. We need to sit down for a while, and we’ll be back.

Okay, we’re back! Where were we? Oh, yes. Butler’s great hair. Butler also has consistently great hair. Flip through his Facebook or Twitter pictures, and you will see that his hair always looking great!

Follow Tom Butler on Twitter. It’s the right thing to do.

Twitter: @TomButlerFOX9

 

Mississippi

Best Hair – Ryan Houston

Ryan Houston is the 6 pm and 10 pm anchor for Channel 16 in Mississippi. Ladies, this may be the perfect man. His station bio says that “…when he’s not on TV, he loves volunteering, lifting weights, and attending church.” Yes, please. Not to mention his perfect hair.

No receding hairline? Check.

Thick hair? Yep!

Evenly styled? Of course.

Mississippi’s best hair? Duh.

When asked to comment, Houston said, “I’d like to thank my Do-rag, Sporting Waves Grease, and Barber for all working together on my hair. It really was a team effort.” Whether you can do it yourself or need a team to get there, just get there. Great job, Ryan!

Follow this ideal piece of man on Twitter.

Twitter: @ryanwapt

 

 Runner Up – Mike Alzamora

There is lots of thick hair on our list, but Mike Alzamora is giving them all a run for their money. His hair is thick-ity thick! Like, he probably doesn’t need to wear a helmet because of its awesome thickness!

Mike Alzamora is the sports anchor and reporter for Channel 12 in Mississippi. Born in Peru, Mike is both fluent in Spanish and having great hair. Muy Bien!

Ladies, don’t get any ideas, though. Alzamora is happily married to Mrs. Alzamora.

Sigue este hombre con excelente cabello en Twitter! (How’d we do, Mike?)

Twitter: @wjtv_mikea

 

Missouri

Best Hair – Scott McDonnell

Rugged. Manly. Perfect? We think so. Scott McDonnell is a journalist for KMBC 9 in Kansas City, Missouri. It’s obvious that McDonnell is deserving of the prestigious title of “Best Hair” for Missouri.

This hair can endure rock climbing in the Andes, football with the guys, or building a new deck. It’s low maintenance and ready to go with a few passes of the right hair product. This hair doesn’t complain. It’s ready to go and ready for fun. Scott McDonnell’s hair is the man’s man hair. Men envy it. Women love it. Enough said.

When asked to comment on this award and offer us some insight into his haircare, McDonnell said, “Here’s my Twitter handle @scottmkmbc.”

Twitter: @scottmkmbc

 

Runner Up – Nick Bender

Spiffy! One of many words to describe Nick Bender’s hair. Another word is winner. Nick Bender is an Emmy Award-winning meteorologist and “storm tracker” for KMBC 9 in Kansas City, Missouri. Uh-oh! Do you know what that means? Two gentlemen from the same station are topping our list for Missouri!

We now know that the primary requirement for KMBC talent is to have fabulous hair. We think that is absolutely the right call.

Bender has full hair, beautiful hair. Kind of like the mane of a lion or the hair of a horse tale (these are all compliments, by the way).

You should follow Bender for obvious reasons, including keeping up to date on Kansas City weather.

Twitter: @nickbenderkmbc

 

Before we move on, we’d like to take this time to talk about a certain someone who didn’t quite make the list but was very close – Mike Bush. Mike Bush has won 55 Emmy Awards (that’s not a joke), has been at KSDK since 1985, has great hair. He should be recognized. Follow him on Twitter: @mikebushksdk

 

Montana

Best Hair – Dustin Klemann

Dustin Klemann is the weekend anchor and reporter for Q2 in Billings, Montana. He has a ravenous fan base and hair that’ll make you drop to your knees. Instead of us telling you about Klemann, here’s what the superstar had to say when we told him he was being considered:

“I’ll be honest, that is a hell of a nod. I appreciate the consideration, especially after waking up day after day, looking in the mirror, saying, ‘Just shave it off, man. It ain’t going to cooperate today.’

If I were to be selected for the honor, I’d have to say that finding the right haircut is knowing the right language. You don’t have to get your haircut by the same person or in the same location to get a good look. As long as you can communicate what you want to be done — fade, taper the neckline, bend the sides, leave length on top — you can walk out feeling great, even if you have the most stick-straight hair. (Seriously, it’s like I’m in a DragonBall Z cartoon)

In the news business, you want to know that you can run around all day gathering stories and still come back to write, edit, and be ready to do your storytelling on camera. I used American Crew fiber. And with most fibers, you’ll find that moderation is its number on strength. You don’t need much, it doesn’t overwhelm with smell or weight, and it wears well throughout a busy (even windy) day.

Bottom line, you can find a great cut in the 406. With our constant weather change, it’s easy to find the right product without going overboard because simplicity can be your best friend during the workday or on a date with a woman named after a Steely Dan album.

Remember, always square off the back and never chop off the sideburns.”

You can check out our website for more hair tips, or apparently, just follow Dustin Klemann on Twitter.

Twitter: @djklemann

 

Runner Up – Ryan Greene

Ryan Green is the weekend sports anchor for KXLF 4 in Butte and Southwest Montana. People must be super nice in Montana because Green responded to our request for comment with much detail.

Green said, “First off, I’m VERY honored, happy someone noticed the intense work I put into taming the mane up here in Montana!

I have to thank my mother, the one with the incredible genes that gave me this head of hair, my father, who is the weatherman for the CBS station in Denver, who also has a great head of hair, and gave me the gene for the part in my hair. And of course, my stylist Kelle, who hasn’t given me one bad cut the entire time I’ve known her.

For shampoo and conditioner, I go for women’s products, actually. Garner Fructis is the go-to brand. For hair gel, I stick with Axe pomade. (But of course, I’d like to say to all my Montana viewers, just because I have gel in my hair doesn’t mean I don’t have dirt on my boots.)

Seriously, thank you so much for even considering me on this list. I hope I at least make runner up!”

Well, Greene! You did! Congratulations, and tell your mom and dad thank you.

Twitter: @ryangreenekbzk

 

 

Nebraska

Best Hair – Phil Aldridge

Phil Aldridge’s name sounds like an author of a best-selling novel about a woman who goes undercover to expose the corrupt local Government of a rich town like Savannah, Georgia. However, in real life, Phil Aldridge is an Emmy Award-winning sports anchor for KMTV in Nebraska.

We’re really into the hint of gray at the base of his roots. Seriously, we are. We’re not joking. It gives him that distinguished look reserved for those who know a thing or two about life…and living it.

Aldridge’s thick hair fits his face, and the color complements his skin tone. The image shows make his hair seem redder than it actually is. Check out his Twitter profile picture for a more accurate picture. Congratulations, Phil!

Twitter: @PhilAldridgeUSA

 

Runner Up – Jeremy Maskel

M issouri School of Journalism graduate and now works on ABC 7 in Omaha.

A vid golfer and runner.

S exy hair and a sexy face!

K illing it with the whole awesome-hair thing.

E veryone is obsessed with his hair.

L ike, seriously – his hair is on fleek!

While Maskel did not respond to our request for comment, we’re sure he’s overjoyed to make our list. You can see an equally awesome picture on his Twitter profile (psst…he’s smiling with teeth in that one).

Twitter: @jermaskel

 

Nevada

Best Hair – Don Guevara

Full disclosure, KTNV has the highest quantity of on-air male talent with amazing hair in the country. It was such a treat to scan these perfect heads of hair. Ultimately, Don Guevara became our overall winner.

Don Guevara is the weekend evening anchor for 13 Action News. He is self-proclaimed as “TALL, DARK & NEWSY.”

We agree.

When asked to comment about this incredible honor, Guevara said, “What an honor. I’ve always been blessed with a full thick head of hair. I haven’t always known what to do with it in this industry. In college, I was awarded best hair at my college radio station. Back then, it was too my shoulders.

It’s naturally very curly, so I keep it short and straight. I used to use a hot iron on it. Now I comb it wet. Anyone who knows me knows I’ve always ‘combed’ my hair with my fingers. A few big pulls, and seconds later, it’s done. I don’t believe in expensive shampoos. I use Suave.

The key to great hair is product. I’ve used everything from Murray’s Pomade to a sea salt spray by Bumble and Bumble for texture. For the past 5 years, I’ve used one product that is the secret to my hair success. And so to not give the competition a leg up, it will remain a secret. It’s not easy to find. And I thank an ex of mine for bringing it home one day.”

AH! We want to know the secret, Don! You can’t tease a hair website like that! Well, apparently, you can. Either way, as long as it’s keeping your hair looking fabulous – we’re okay with it!

Follow this secret keeper on Twitter.

Twitter: @DonGuevara1

 

Runner Up – Jason Feinberg

It’s Mr. Feinberg. More like, Fine-berg! Jason Feinberg is our runner-up for Nevada and an Emmy Award-winning journalist for Fox5.

His hair is jet black and disappears into the night sky. It’s healthy hair that keeps Feinberg looking youthful and vibrant. John Travolta, Shania Twain, and Billy Bob Thornton are lucky enough to have been interviewed by Feinberg.

Jason Feinberg is a self-proclaimed “cat guy.”

We can’t say we love that.

However, his cats’ names are Dr. Feinberg and Kitty Perry.

We can say we love that.

Follow this celebrity interviewer on Twitter.

Twitter: @feinbergfox5

 

New Hampshire

Best Hair – Kevin Skarupa

New Hampshire pretty much has one station; WMUR. Luckily for America, they produce some excellent hair.

Kevin Skarupa is a Meteorologist for WMUR9 in New Hampshire. According to his station bio, his favorite part of his job is talking with students about weather, and the hardest part is waking up at 1 am. I guess that’s how much time he needs to get his hair looking flawless.

For most men who aren’t used car dealers, the slicked-back look does not work. Repeat: don’t slick back your hair. However, for Skarupa, it looks awesome! His slicked-back hair shows off his appropriately sized forehead and beautiful face.

For accurate weather predictions and slicked back hair for days…follow Skarupa on Twitter!

Twitter: @KevSkarupaWMUR

 

Runner Up – Sean McDonald

Next in line is Sean McDonald. McDonald has been reporting the news for a while now, starting as a reporter in 1999 at WMUR. Now, he is the morning anchor! And who wouldn’t want to start their day looking at that mug?!

McDonald styles his hair with some added volume up front. We love it. It gives him a youthful look without sacrificing his natural sophistication.

E-I-E-I-O! Thanks, Mr. McDonald, for looking great, having great hair, and making the mornings just a little bit better in New Hampshire!

Make sure you follow this guitar and piano player on Twitter.

Twitter: @sean_wmur

 

New Jersey

Here’s the deal guys, in the TV world New Jersey falls between New York and Philadelphia. In other words, New Jersey peeps watch newscasters who are actually in New York and Philadelphia. So, we can’t really choose a “Best Hair” and “Runner Up” for this state. However, you can check out the winners for New York and Philadelphia!

 

New Mexico

Best Hair – Cole Miller

Cole Miller is a reporter for KRQE News 13 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He is also a hair expert, evidenced by his wavy, manicured, and diligently styled locks.

He’s a farm boy from Nebraska who is making a name for himself in New Mexico. While we can’t speak to his reporting skills, we can speak to the fact he wouldn’t even need them because we’d tune in just to watch his hair.

Great job, Cole!

When informed of this great honor, Miller kept it short, saying, “I would keep it short – Albuquerque winds can certainly be brutal, and being out in the field, the locks can certainly take a beating. From snow and ice to wildfires, it has seen its fair share of abuse. I’d have to give a big shoutout to my man Bernie at Country Club Men’s Salon. He’s hands down the best guy in the 505. His mother actually watches me on TV and tells him when I’m due for a cut. Since my mother lives 950 miles away, I need that little nag to keep myself looking clean.

What goes in it? Nothing wildly fancy. I rock the Garnier 2-in-1 and style with It’s a 10 Haircare Miracle Texture Fiber. I hope this helps and do what’s right – vote for this guy!”

Thanks, Cole! It’s not really a voting thing here. It’s more of a dictatorship, and we now pronounce you Best Hair in New Mexico!

Follow this former farm-hand turned TV pro on Twitter!

Twitter: @krqecole

 

Runner Up – Mike Springer

Mike Springer is a reporter for ABC 7 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He’s giving us some slight side-eye and hair that we should all be jealous of.

No doubting this guy’s quality hair. It’s thick and plentiful. It also has a nice shine to it, although that’s hard to see in this picture. That photographer needs to try again! Only the best for Mike Springer.

In addition to great hair, Springer has those “come hither” eyes. We’re hithering, Mike!

Make sure you follow New Mexico’s runner-up on Twitter!

Twitter: @mspringerkoat

 

 

New York

Best Hair – Rob Schmitt

The Big Apple is giving us some big winners! Rob Schmitt is the noon anchor and reporter for NBC 4 in New York. Besides having traditional hotness, he has hair that keeps viewers tuned in and attentive.

This is his second time making our list.

No surprise he came from Los Angeles, where it seems everyone has great hair. Before that, he was in Miami, which has the hottest on-air talent. And before that, he was born in Indiana – home of the homegrown hunks. The cards have been stacked in his favor from the beginning.

Schmitt’s hair is 75% professional, 20% fun, and 5% you-don’t-even-want-to-know-what-I-did-over-the-weekend. In other words, the perfect combination.

We were able to reach Schmitt for comment. Schmitt said, “I use Nexxus shampoo, which I buy in bulk at Costco, and I get my haircut every week by the same guy in SoHo for $22. Nothin special!”

We like to call Rob Schmitt, The Schmitt – as in, “He’s The Schmitt!”

Follow the Apple of our eye on Twitter.

Twitter: @Schmitt4NY

 

Runner Up – Steve Lacy

Steve Lacy is no stranger to the getgoodhead.com annual list of male anchors with the best hair. Last year he was mentioned on our “Fan Favorites” list. Well, guess what, Steve? You are now on OUR list – which is way better!

Steve Lacy anchors the 5 pm and 10 pm news for Fox 5 in New York City. He is a “0 Time Emmy Winner” according to his Twitter profile. Good! Who needs the Emmys anyway? You’ve been on our website twice in the last two years – that is WAY more prestigious, as we all know.

Lacy’s hair is full, dark, handsome, and appropriately styled. Wonderful job, Steve!

Follow this Hair Stud on Twitter!

Twitter: @stevenlacy

 

 

North Carolina

Best Hair – Blair Miller

Blair Miller is the anchor for Channel 9 at 5 pm, 6 pm, and 11 pm in Charlotte, North Carolina. Last year he won his first Emmy, and this year he is winning his first Best Hair award. He has two sons, two boxers, and now two extremely prestigious awards.

Please disregard this photo. It nowhere near does Blair and his award-winning hair justice. Use your imagination while we describe exactly how amazing Miller’s hair is.

If Miller’s hair were a bird, it would be the American Bald Eagle. King of the sky and protected by the United States Government. If Miller’s hair were a snake…it would never be a snake. Miller’s hair is a Bald Eagle! Nothing is better than a Bald Eagle! So there!

Miller told getgoodhead.com, “My stylist, Shevon, is the ‘keeper of my hair’ as she says. She’ll tell me when I need a haircut before I even realize it. I’m big on haircuts, and she’s big on getting it right every time. Love her!

As for products, I use a mixture of Aveda and Crew products. Over the years, I’ve had my share of consultants say my hair is too shiny or too plastic..and Aveda and Crew seems to be the right balance for the studio lights.”

Follow Blair Miller and his patriotic hair on Twitter!

Twitter: @BlairWSOC9

 

Runner Up – Jonathan Rodriguez

Jonathan Rodriguez is an investigative reporter for WNCN in Raleigh, North Carolina. We did our investigative reporting too, Jonathan, and our conclusion: your hair is killing it!

It has a healthy glow that you usually only find with pregnant women. It is well styled and fits his face perfectly.

Listen up, North Carolina! This California native is serving you investigative-reporting-hair realness. You guys are so lucky, so you better take advantage! Tune in to WNCN and witness those lovely locks.

Once the viewing is over, follow him on Twitter!

Twitter: @jrodreports

 

North Dakota

Best Hair – Travis Skonseng

In May of 1752, the first US fire insurance policy is issued. In May of 1929, Dr. Annie Webn Blanton forms the Delta Kappa Gamma Society in Austin, Texas. And in May of 2008, Travis Skonseng joins the WDAY/WDAZ news team. Five short years later, he wins the coveted title of “Best Hair” for North Dakota… and the angels cried.

Travis Skonseng is the anchor for both WDAY 6 and WDAZ 8 in North Dakota.

This hunk looks like he is ready to run for office with that All-American face and hair.

Seriously, you should follow him on Twitter. While most of his posts are news-related (you can just skip those), he is very consistent with posting about office pranks, including hilarious pictures of him and his news pals.

Twitter: @travisskonseng 

 

Runner Up – Mark Charter

Mark Charter is the morning anchor for KFYR-TV in Bismarck, North Dakota, and has super thick and youthful hair that is getting him noticed.

Because he has to be on TV at 5:30 am, he probably has to wake up at 11 pm to start his hair regimen. Hair that good doesn’t do itself.

We’re guessing his process starts with a two-hour meditation on setting his intention for what he wants his hair to look like. Then his hair soaks in water from the Nile in Egypt. After an hour of soaking, it is time to style. He does so behind guarded doors so that nobody can know his secrets.

If we’re wrong – we’re wrong, but we’re pretty sure this is exactly how he gets ready in the morning.

When asked about being considered for North Dakota’s “Best Hair,” Charter said, “This contest is awesome, and it’s about time guys got credit for having good hair. I’d like to thank both of my parents for giving me a full head of hair. And when it comes to what products I use, well, some things just need to be kept a secret ;).”

Make sure to follow this hair guru on Twitter.

Twitter: @mark_onthe_news

 

Ohio

Best Hair – Jeff Hogan

Jeff Hogan is the little brother to legendary wrestler Hulk Hogan. Actually, that is a lie. There is no relation. Jeff Hogan is, however, the co-anchor for the 10TV morning news.

When he’s not anchoring, he is the face for 10TVs Commit To Be Fit campaign. Can you ask for a better face? Nope.

When we told Jeff Hogan that he was being considered for this coveted title, he made one last push to win it all.

“To the good people of GoodHead, I thank you for the distinct honor of consideration among the nation’s best news hair. Merely being mentioned among the fallacy elite makes me feel like a winner already. If I am selected, I will make it my life’s work to ensure every lock is loved and coiffure cared for. Even if I am not, I will continue to splurge on nothing but the finest Suave daily clarifying products and LA Looks styling gel.

I would like to thank the [Hair Club for men] Academy, who would be most interested in knowing I haven’t actually put a comb through this thatch since Milli Vanilli’s dreaded lip-Synch saga. Pure free-form flow from fringe to fluff. I would like to congratulate my mane contestants – I know it will be a tuft decision for the judges.” – Jeff Hogan

Well, Jeff! You won. It’s nothing but ribbon cuttings and reading at middle schools for you now! Congratulations!

Follow this hunky winner on Twitter.

Twitter: @JeffHogan10TV

 

Runner Up – Mark Johnson

We’re not weather forecasters, but it’s raining men, hallelujah! Do you know who can predict the weather? Mark Johnson, from ABC 5 in Ohio. He’s been their Chief Meteorologist since 2003.

This guy has more letters behind his name than a Scrabble board. To quote his station bio, “He was the first Cleveland forecaster with both the American Meteorological Society (AMS) and the National Weather Association (NWA) Seals of Approval. He has also gone on to achieve the Certified Broadcast Meteorologist (CBM) seal from the AMS. ”

His brown and golden hair is so beautiful it once stopped a snowstorm right in its tracks. The sun truly shines through Mark Johnson.

Follow this weath-hair guru on Twitter.

Twitter: @markjweather

 

Oklahoma

Best Hair – Will DuPree

Will DuPree is a multimedia journalist for KJRH in Oklahoma.

Before we go any further, how much do you love the huge NBC peacock behind DuPree’s amazing hair?

It’s hair-larious!

DuPree used to showcase his hair in Arkansas and Missouri, but now the citizens of Oklahoma are getting the treat of the DuPree-Do!

Point of Discussion: In his station headshot, his hair swoops to the right. In his Twitter profile picture, his hair swoops to the left. Which one is better? Discuss.

We think the right swoop is better.

Follow this bi-swooper on Twitter!

Twitter: @willrdupree

 

Runner Up – Steve Bottari

You wanna hot body? You wanna Maserati? You wanna Bottari? You better work!

Bottari is Anchor/Reporter/Hunk for KOCO 5 News! And we are “in love with the KOCO” because of it!

Now that we’ve run out of music references let’s hear from Bottari himself. When we told him he was being considered, Bottari said, “I can’t take any credit for my head. That’s all the work of a killer new school barber, Kenny Nunnelee (@Kennythebarberokc on Instagram) over at The Shop on 8th in Oklahoma City.”

Steve Bottari looks even better on his Twitter. So follow him there.

Twitter: @kocosteve

 

Oregon

Best Hair – Russ Lewis

Russ Lewis is the weekday morning and noon anchor for KGW in Portland, Oregon! He’s a dad, husband, father of two daughters, and now, Hair God!

Russ Lewis fits his attitude – fun and funky!

His hair is a great mix of on-camera-news-guy and fun-weekend-dad. Lewis is definitely acting as a hair role model, whether he likes it or not. All of Oregon is probably rejoicing that they get to see this hair five days a week!

Hallelujah!

Follow Mr. Lewis on Twitter!

Twitter: @russlewiskgw

 

Runner Up – Kyle Maki

Normally, we would go on and on about how awesome this hair is. Definitely not your typical on-camera hairdo. However, Kyle Maki is not your typical guy.

We’ll let this picture take it from here. Oh, and follow Maki on Twitter.

Twitter: @kylekoin

 

 

 

 

Pennsylvania

Best Hair – Mike Jerrick

Mike Jerrick is the co-host of Fox29’s Good Day Philadelphia. He is loved, to say the least.

He’s won 10 Emmys.

He’s hosted shows on USA, Sci-Fi, CNBC, and HBO.

So you can see, he’s a veteran in the field of television. He also has hair that’ll make you regret marrying your husband.

Jerrick’s hair is the reason we have rainbows. Every time it gets wet, a rainbow forms. Nobody knows why. Jerrick has never sat at a red light. For some reason, as he and his hair approach, they always turn green. Nobody knows why. Jerrick’s hair styles itself and automatically morphs to fit the environment. Nobody knows how. Yes, Jerrick’s hair is a conundrum, and a beautiful one at that.

Make sure you follow Mike Jerrick on Twitter. It will change your life and the lives of your kin.

Twitter: @mikefox29

 

Runner Up – Rick Dayton

Rick Dayton isn’t just the morning news anchor for KDKA in Pittsburgh; he’s also an incredible photographer. He owns a photography company named Rick Dayton Photography. Right to the point. We love it.

There is only one type of photograph Dayton should be taking – SELFIES! Usually, we abhor selfies. However, Dayton should ONLY be taking selfies.

Why doesn’t this guy’s hair have its own Instagram? Ugh! The injustice of it all!

Follow this photographer extraordinaire, father of three, and Diet Coke lover on Twitter. Maybe he’ll post a selfie! Ah! Could you imagine?!

Twitter: @rickdayton 

 

Rhode Island

Best Hair – Matt Reed

If any of you out there ever tries to read Matt Reed, you will fail. If you have no idea what “reading” is, just know that it is fundamental, and you should watch more RuPaul’s Drag Race.

According to his Twitter profile, Reed is a reporter for NBC 10 in Rhode Island. According to us, Reed is Rhode Island.

He’s only been with NBC 10 since February 2015, and look what he’s already accomplished – Best Hair in Rhode Island! We are sure his previous station, KCEN in Waco, Texas, is kicking themselves now for letting him go!

His hair shimmers in the light, giving us nodes of gold, brown, and love. It is thick, wavy, and just the way we like it!

Follow this hair winner on Twitter!

Twitter: @NBC10_Matt

 

Runner Up – Brian Yocono

If you’re ever walking around Rhode Island on a Saturday or Sunday morning and notice that there aren’t many people about, it’s because they’re all indoors, watching Brian Yocono.

Brian Yocono is the weekend morning anchor for WPRI.

His hair is crisp and clean, manicured and styled, and cut to perfection. There is no evidence of a receding hairline. Overall, it’s just a super fresh cut! Great job, Mr. Yocono. (Did anyone else pronounce his name in your head as Yoko Ono? We did, like, a billion times!)

Follow Mr. Yocono (not Yoko Ono) on Twitter!

Twitter: @brianyocono

 

South Carolina

Best hair – Geoff Hart

Geoff Hart is so interesting that he needs to have his own published autobiography and a documentary.

Obv, he has amazing hair. Clean cut but with enough volume and length that allows him to have fun with different stylings (though we’re pretty sure he just styles it the same way each morning).

He “kicked” for the Huskies at Northeastern University in Boston. Then he signed with the Patriots in 1986! After he was finished being a badass on the field, he became a badass in front of the camera! He’s an Emmy Award-winner and currently the weekend morning anchor for WYFF News 4 Today.

And what have you done with your life?

Being so busy, Geoff Hart doesn’t have time for Twitter. So instead, follow him on Facebook!

 

Runner Up – Rusty Ray

That smirk, right? Delicious.

Rusty Ray is the weekday morning anchor on News13. He is also a college instructor, a husband, and a father to the luckiest girl in the world! I mean, who wouldn’t want a dad with hair like that?!

He also has a cat. That cat’s name is Frida.

Now that we have a complete picture of our runner-up, let’s focus on his hair. It’s solid, people! Clean cut and styled well. Take note, gentlemen!

Follow this model/newsman on Twitter.

Twitter: @wbtw_rustyray

 

South Dakota

Best Hair – Brady Mallory

Hubba-hubba! Brady Mallory is one of our favorites on this year’s list! He is the anchor for Midday and a reporter for the evening and nightly news for KELOLAND in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

He. Is. Sharp.

The suits. The ties. The dress shirts. It is all workin’.

His hair is on point. Thick and full of volume, there are few men with better hair than Brady Mallory. Mallory’s hair is short on the sides and styled up on the top. This is perhaps the most popular look on 20-40-year-old men. The reason? It works.

Mallory says, “I would like to thank my parents, who both have great heads of hair. My mother owns a hair salon, so I learned about hair care very early in life. I would also like to thank the cartoon character, Jimmy Neutron, for making it ‘ok’ for guys to have big hair. I use Biolage shampoo and conditioner. I also use American Crew fiber to style my hair and lots of hairsprays. A stiff wind is no match for my mop. ”

Follow this trendy newsman on Twitter.

Twitter: @kelobrady

 

Runner Up – Phil Schreck

You probably think when people say they are fans of “Shrek” that they are referring to the movie. This is not the case. Ever. Instead, they refer to the famed Senior Meteorologist at KSFY in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Phil Schreck.

Schreck has thick, beautiful hair that fans out in the front, like a confident peacock.

With wisps of grey, Schreck is as distinguished as he is good-looking.

For weather updates and the occasional glimpse into this weather guru’s life, follow him on Twitter.

Twitter: @philksfy

 

Tennessee

Best Hair – Steve Hayslip

Steve Hayslip will never have a hair-slip. But he will win some awards! He is an Emmy Award-winning anchor for WTVF in good ol’ Nashville, Tennessee.

In his station bio, he mentions that he likes “…tinkering on antique cars.” He makes no mention of tinkering with his hair. Hmmm…does this mean his hair is just naturally awesome? Probably.

Hayslip’s dark brown hair exudes network news guru. Well done, Mr. Hayslip (and great last name, by the way)!

Follow Hay-Hay on Twitter

Twitter: @nc5_shayslip

 

Runner Up – Dan Thomas

Dan Thomas is obsessed with the weather. And we’re obsessed with Dan Thomas.

Dan Thomas is the weatherman for Channel 5 WSMV in Nashville, Tennessee. He’s a husband and father and, for whatever reason, a “palm tree freak.” We don’t know what that is, but we’re super into it.

Thomas’s hair sits on his head like an expensive rug on a beautiful marble floor. Yep, that’s exactly how it sits.

Make sure you follow Dan Thomas on Twitter, especially if you are also a palm tree freak.

Twitter: @wsmvdanthomas

 

Before we move on, we need to give some honorable mention to a guy whose real name is Cuthbert Langley. We’ll wait while you let that soak in. He has incredible hair and should be recognized! Follow him on Twitter: @nc5_clangley

 

Texas

Best Hair – Ron Corning

Ron Corning is a big deal. He’s been both a local and national anchor and host. He’s won an Emmy for his work at KTVI in Missouri and was a correspondent for Good Morning, America!

Most notably, Ron Corning was named #2 on our list last year!

He’s back this year and looking better than ever on WFAA in Texas!

Like wine and grandmothers, Ron Corning’s hair only gets better with age. His hair can look professional and elite or messy and youthful. This means that whether it’s a bachelor party in New Orleans or an interview with the President, Corning’s hair is ready to go! Now, that’s good hair.

Follow this news, entertainment, politics, and pop culture aficionado on Twitter!

Twitter: @roncorning

 

Runner Up – Eric King

Eric King is turning out to be the king of Texas TV! He is a reporter and anchor for NBC 5. He’s an Emmy Award-winning reporter and an Emmy nominated anchor. If that’s not enough for you, he also speaks French.

His hair is as simple as it comes, and though there is no volume, it is still great hair. There is absolutely NO receding hairline, and it showcases his face brilliantly! It is beautiful hair!

When we contacted King to let him know we were considering him for our list, King said, “I actually cut my own hair every 4 days. My first TV job was in a small town in Montana. Nobody knew how to cut my hair, so I bought some clippers, called my childhood barber back in Kentucky, and had him explain to me how to do it over the phone. Lucky for my TV career, I was a quick learner.”

Well, a big thanks to you and your barber for making such great hair! Follow this Texas heartthrob on Twitter.

Twitter: @EricKingNBC5

 

Utah

Best Hair – Dan Guthrie

The ability to fly. Unlimited money. Meeting Dan Guthrie. These are the three most-wished-for things by the people of the world.

Dan Guthrie is the Meteorologist for KSL in Utah.

If you can get past that smirky smirk and those “yo. girl.” eyes, then you will see his amazing hair.

Dan Guthrie changed the winds just enough to save a pod of baby dolphins with a subtle hair flip. He did this on purpose. Dan Guthrie winked, and everyone within a 100-mile radius found a $100 bill in their pocket. Dan Guthrie grinned at an Uber driver, and the car miraculously turned into a hovercraft, complete with a hot tub. He did all of this before breakfast and then made eggs Benedict while listening to Sinatra’s biography on tape.

Dan Guthrie also e-mailed us back, and we lost our minds. Here’s what he said:

“This has to be the best e-mail I’ve gotten all week. My hairstyle changes from market to market, so it looked different when I was in Madison, WI, and Rockford, IL. But I’m in Utah now, and when in Rome!

The products also change depending on the station and the hairstyle. I will embarrassingly admit I do use more than one product in my hair. Thanks for the consideration.”

No. Thank you, Dan.

Follow Dan Guthrie on Twitter. Your heart wants you to.

Twitter: @DanGuthrieKSL

 

Runner Up – Curtis Ray

Curtis Ray is Rachel Ray’s brother! That’s not a fact.

Curtis Ray is the Meteorologist on Good 4 Utah… and yes, he is.

Work it, Ray!

This picture doesn’t do him justice (but it was the “newsiest” one we could find). His hair is full, slightly wispy, and always looking good!

When asked to comment about being considered for this list, Ray said, “Thank you for the honor! It’s great to be nominated for this award! If selected, I would have to say, “My comb is my fingers. My hair is ‘TV ready’ almost instantly out of the shower. Believe it or not, my shampoo is Johnson & Johnson Baby Shampoo, which leaves my hair soft and doesn’t sting my eyes. I use ‘Surf Hair’ product at times.”

Follow Rockin’ Ray on Twitter!

Twitter: @curtisthewxdude

 

Vermont

Best Hair – Keith McGilvery

Keith McGilvery has some perfect hair. And he’s super good-looking. That is, only if you’re into tall, dark, and handsome.

Keith McGilvery is an anchor and reporter for Channel 3 News, WCAX.

When we asked Keith McGilvery to offer us some insight on his hair care, he had some thoughts:

“What can I say? I’m a lucky guy. I’d like to thank my maternal grandfather for his genes. He always had a great head of hair. I should also thank my parents for putting up with my crazy hair when it reached my shoulders in college and my co-anchors past and present for letting me know when it needs a second look (often). The New England air may help, too!

My mom always kept it on the shorter side as a kid. Now I’ve tried to grow it out a bit. My approach starts at 9 am for the late-night news – kidding! It is pretty simple. Candidly, I usually go for affordable, quick, and easy. Right now, it’s Suave Almond Shea Butter Shampoo and conditioner, with a pass or two of hair spray before I head for the anchor desk. We don’t have “hair people,” so it’s taken some experimenting on my part to find an approach that works!”

Follow this self-taught hairstylist on Twitter!

Twitter: @wcax_keith

 

Runner Up – Jarred Hill

You can find Jarred Hill reporting during the week and anchoring your weekend news on WPTZ. You can also find him rocking his radical locks on this year’s list.

Jarred Hill is a graduate of  Morehouse College in Atlanta, GA.

We’re in love not only with his full, healthy hair but also with the way it is styled. Bringing the hair out past his temple showcases his full set of hair and his beautiful hairline. You can get a better idea of what we’re talking about on his Twitter profile picture.

Make sure you check out this self-proclaimed “burrito devourer” on Twitter.

Twitter: @jarredwptz

 

Virginia

Best Hair – Seth Kovar

Seth Kovar (how cool is that last name?) is co-anchor and executive producer for the morning show on WDBJ7.

Kovar grew up in Texas, and as we know, everything is bigger in Texas. And Kovar’s hair is no exception. Look at that mop! His name sounds like a costly salon in Beverly Hills. “Me? Oh, I get my hair done at Seth Kovar in Beverly Hills.” Kovar, if this prompts any new business ideas, we’d like a small percentage. Thanks!

Anyway, Kovar’s hair is killing it! His hair has a nice sheen and is coiffed to perfection. No complaints here!

Kovar did not respond to our request for comment.

Make sure you follow this Texas Longhorn and Texas Ranger fan on Twitter.

Twitter: @sethkovar

 

Runner Up – Brian van de Graaff

The song “Meet Virginia” was actually inspired by Brian van de Graaff. Now you know.

Brian van de Graaff is a meteorologist for the ABC7 Weather team in Arlington, Virginia! However, he is currently the primary weathercaster for News Channel 8, WJLA’s sister station. That hair looks like it could withstand even the harshest environments.

His hair is strong! Like Ox!

A hammer couldn’t penetrate that thick luscious hair.

Make sure you follow this weather guru on Twitter.

Twitter: @ABC7Brian

 

Washington

Best Hair – David Ham

No need to turn up the volume here! David Ham has his hair at FULL VOLUME! We are obsessed with this hair, y’all!

Ham’s hair is all sorts of perfect. First, there’s a lot of it. Lucky guy. Second, it clearly agrees with being styled well. We bet he doesn’t have bad hair days. Finally, it looks even better on TV!

When asked to comment on his amazing hair, Ham said, “How flattering! Thanks so much.”

Well, not one for words. But who needs words when you have that hair?!

Follow the King of Hair on Twitter!

Twitter: @HamKIRO7

 

Runner Up – John Humbert

Jon Humbert. He’s a “pre-husband” to a lovely lady named Olivia. She also calls herself a “pre-wife” to John. Checks out. Moving on…

John Humbert is an Investigative reporter for KOMO in Seattle, Washington! We did our own investigating, and here’s what we found:

– He also fills in for sports coverage.

– He was born in Denver.

– His hair is smokin’ hot. Like, smokin’.

Follow him on Twitter for an even cuter picture of him!

Twitter: @jonhumbert

 

West Virginia

Best Hair – Douglass Harlow

Douglass Harlow is a Meteorologist for WCHS/WVAH in Charleston, West Virginia.

Harlow became interested in weather when he visited his grandparents. He had a specific fascination with intense weather, like hurricanes.

We became interested in Harlow’s hair when we saw his picture on the WCHSTV website. We had a specific fascination with….uh…well, how great it looks!

When asked to comment about his possible win, Harlow said, “Thank you for your e-mail. I would thank Meghan Martin…my hairstylist. I use Suave shampoo and Aquage transforming paste.”

Well, it seems to work, Douglass! Can we call you Doug? Thanks, Doug!

Make sure you follow Doug (that’s Douglass to you) on Twitter!

Twitter: @dougharlowWCHS

 

Runner Up – Dan Matics

Dan Matics does two things well: taking GQ quality photos (see left) and having GQ quality hair (also see left).

Dan Matics is a reporter for WCHS, as well!

Clearly, WCHS hires great hair. Well done, guys.

Don’t follow Dan Matics on Twitter unless you actually like good-looking models with great hair. In that case, you should follow him.

Twitter: @danmaticsWCHS

 

Wisconsin

Best Hair – Terry Sater

Terry Sater is an anchor and reporter for WISN 12 News in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Watch out Hillary, Sater is posed to win the next election on his hair alone. That’s a President if we’ve ever seen one!

His hair is full and wonderfully styled. If you’re looking for a role model for styling, Terry Sater is your man.

Ladies, Sater is an all-out heartthrob! In addition to being a world-class journalist, he is a talented songwriter who can play guitar and the mandolin. This means, in theory, he could deliver the news in an original song. WISN, what do you think? “Tonight at 9 pm, Terry Sater has the full story in 16 bars.”

Follow this journalist/musician on Twitter.

Twitter: @noozdude1

 

Runner Up – Branden Borremans

We’re very upset. When Branden Borremans posts photos of himself and the weather map on Twitter, we only get to see the back of Borremans’ head! Now, don’t get it twisted. He has a great “back head.” However, we want to see that face and hair in the front. For now, the picture to the left will have to do!

Branden Borremans is the weekend meteorologist for WKOW in Madison, Wisconsin. This means the people of Madison never leave their homes on the weekends, opting instead to stay in and watch Borreman’s Weatherman!

Follow Branden on Twitter for weather updates (and shots of the back of his head).

Twitter: @BBorremansWX

 

Wyoming

Best Hair – Matthew Seedorff

Matthew Seedorff is the weekend anchor for the K2 News in Wyoming.

His hair is super “southern frat boy” (aka hot).  He drives a truck, likes country music, and doesn’t screw around when it comes to college football.

When we contacted Matthew Seedorff to let him know he was being considered for this incredible honor, Seedorff said, “Wow! What an honor to be even considered for this. Hair….is kind of a big deal and shouldn’t be taken lightly. You never know who is watching a given newscast, and hair could potentially make the difference when it comes to ratings over our competitors…even if it’s just by a hair. If I am selected, I would like people to know that my hair is strictly from my Dad’s side, as the men on my Mom’s side are unfortunately hairless. If I had to thank anyone, it would be my co-anchor, Alexandra Lehnert. Not only does she have an endless supply of hair spray (don’t judge), but she also puts up with my unusual pattern of prepping for a newscast. The cycle to get the hair ready, you ask? Wax, water, hairspray..sometimes repeat if needed. Also, I have to thank my parents, not only for the hair, but if not for them, then I would not be here. The only hair product I use other than wax, and whatever brand of hairspray Alexandra purchases, is Head and Shoulders 2 in 1 shampoo and conditioner. Not really sure if that counts, but I’ll count it.”

Follow this southern gentleman on Twitter!

Twitter: @MattSeedorff

 

Runner Up – Tony Cedrone

This spry 25-year old is making waves in Wyoming! He’s a reporter and anchor for NBC 13 in Casper, Wyoming.

We’re really hoping that his name is pronounced [ton-ee Sid-row-nee]! That’d be perfect.

How much are you loving that small piece of hair that is brushing up against his forehead? It’s awesome!

Follow Tony Cedrone on Twitter! He loves sports, especially if they’re happening with a Philadelphia team!

Twitter: @tonycedtv

 

Washington D.C.

Best Hair – Tucker Barnes

Tucker Barnes is a weather guy. He’s also an Emmy Award-winner. He’s also a gardener. He does it all. Plus, his hair is out-of-control amazing.

He is the amazing meteorologist on Fox5 in DC.

His station bio says that he used to give weather forecasts to kindergarteners…when he was in kindergarten. That’s love, you guys.

Legend has it that Obama himself requested Barnes be the meteorologist for Fox5 so that he could look at Barnes’ hair each morning.

If you follow Barnes on Twitter, you can see a picture of him and his hair blowing through it! What a treat!

Twitter: @tuckerfox5

 

Runner Up – Doug Kammerer

Hubba-hubba! It looks like DC has two meteorologists with amazing hair! Doug Kammerer is the Chief Meteorologist for NBC4 at 5, 6 and 11 in DC.

Apparently, his head isn’t the only place he grows amazing hair. At one point in time, he also had a beard. People lost their minds. When we googled “Doug Kammerer,” one of the auto-fill options was “Doug Kammerer beard.” We saw a picture of it on the net…it was a very nice beard.

Make sure you follow The Great Hair Grower on Twitter.

Twitter: @dougkammerer

 

 

 

 

 

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