Shannon Lanier
A veteran television host, social media influencer, and author, Shannon LaNier has been keeping audiences tuned in his entire life. Shannon currently co-anchors the CW39’s Morning Show in Houston, TX. You can catch him there every weekday from 6-9am & on demand at www.CW39.com. Shannon is also a writer, having co-authored the Random House Inc. book Jefferson’s Children: The Story of One American Family along with photojournalist Jane Feldman. The book follows his journey to uncover the history behind his heritage as a 9th generation direct descendant of Thomas Jefferson and his slave Sally Hemings. Gifted with undeniable charisma and an energy that electrifies the stage, Shannon truly comes alive in the spotlight. He remains an active member of his church, the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.,and the National Association of Black Journalists. He currently lives between Houston & NYC with his wife/college sweetheart Chandra and their three Little LaNiers… Madison, McKenzie and Carter.
