Lou Canellis is a well-known American sports broadcaster and media personality based in Chicago, Illinois.
He was born in Oak Lawn, Illinois, in February 1964, which makes him about 60 years old as of 2024.
He grew up in a Greek-American family as the oldest of three boys, with two younger brothers named Peter and George, and was raised with strong family values and a love for Chicago sports.
Lou’s passion for sports was evident from an early age as he began attending Chicago Bears games as a child and has been a dedicated fan since he was four years old.
His professional journey in media began after he graduated from Loyola University Chicago in 1987 with a bachelor’s degree.
Canellis has built a 40-plus-year career in Chicago media, becoming one of the city’s most recognizable sports anchors and commentators.
After starting in local media, he gained prominence through his work at WFLD-Fox 32 Chicago, where for many years he served as a primary sports anchor.
In that role, Canellis hosted team coverage, notably Bears pregame and postgame shows, and led the station’s nightly sports programming, such as Chicago Sports Tonight.
Beyond traditional sports news, he has appeared on radio shows like the Roe Conn Show on WLS Radio discussing Bears and other Chicago teams, and has been involved in special sports projects and community events tied to local athletics.
He’s also appeared in media productions (credited on Shining Girls and Chicago P.D.), showing his involvement beyond just journalism.
In early 2026, Lou Canellis left Fox 32 after 16 years to become the lead sports anchor at NBC 5 Chicago (WMAQ-TV).
Off-camera, Lou Canellis is a family man. He lives in Chicago with his wife, Monica, and their daughter, Gia.
Beyond his professional success, his commitment to family and community adds depth to his public persona.
Additionally, his recent move to NBC 5 Chicago signals that his influence in local sports broadcasting continues to evolve rather than slow down.
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