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Rachel Nichols (journalist)
Also known as Rachel Alexander
Career
Active 1995 – present
Biography
About Rachel Nichols (journalist)
American journalist Rachel Nichols has built a career spanning more than three decades in sports media. Born in Potomac, Maryland, she began working in the field in 1995, when she was around 21 years old. Over the years, she has covered the NFL, NHL, MLB, professional tennis, college sports, and the Olympics, but she is best known for her extensive work with the NBA.
Nichols's reporting has earned her widespread recognition. In 2014, Sports Illustrated called her "the country's most impactful and prominent female sports journalist." Beyond her work as a journalist and TV host, she is also a sportswoman, with experience as a gloved boxer. She stands 5'5" with a slim build, red hair, and hazel eyes.
She remains active in the industry, with a substantial following of 1.3 million on Instagram. Her career shows no signs of slowing down.
Record
Profile details
Personal
- Years Active
- 1995-present (started around 21 years old; 31 years active)
- Birthplace
- Potomac, Maryland, United States
- Ethnicity
- Caucasian
- Sexuality
- Straight
Body
- Hair Color
- Red
- Eye Color
- Hazel
- Weight
- 121 lbs (or 55 kg)
- Measurements
- 33–25–36 (B–W–H) · WHR 0.69
- Bra/Cup Size
- 32B show conversions - UK: 32B, EU: 70B, AU: 10B, JP: 70B
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
Extra
- Instagram Followers
- 1.3m (as of March 2026)
Frequently asked
What sports has Rachel Nichols covered?
Rachel Nichols has covered the NFL, NHL, MLB, professional tennis, college sports, the Olympics, and the NBA, with her NBA work being the most notable.
How tall is Rachel Nichols and what is her build?
Rachel Nichols is 5'5" tall with a slim build, and she has a natural bust with a 32B bra size.
Did you know
- Rachel Nichols started her career in 1995 at age 21 and has been active for over 31 years.
- She was born in Potomac, Maryland, and is American by nationality.
- In addition to journalism, she has experience as a gloved boxer, making her a sportswoman as well.
- Sports Illustrated named her "the country's most impactful and prominent female sports journalist" in 2014.
- She has a substantial Instagram following of 1.3 million.
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