HARRY CHAPMAN
Harry Chapman is a well-known Nashville news anchor, celebrated for his work at WTVF – NewsChannel5 in Nashville. With a journalism degree from Middle Tennessee State University, he began his career at WHBQ-TV in Memphis before moving to NewsChannel5, where he became a trusted news source.
Chapman’s reporting skills and calm presence have earned him numerous awards, including an Emmy. He teamed with Oprah Winfrey to be Nashville’s first male-female anchor team. He was the co-host of “Talk of the Town”, the longest running locally produced talk show in the country. He still hosts “Words and Music” on NewsChannel5+, where he conducts personal interviews with songwriters in Music City.
His in-depth reporting and special segments have made a lasting impact on journalism, inspiring many future journalists. Harry Chapman’s legacy at NewsChannel5 continues to influence the industry, emphasizing the value of trustworthy news coverage.