Eric Perry
Eric Perry is a two time Emmy Award Winning journalist who joined the FOX 5 News team in August of 2020. He anchors FOX 5 News at 6, 10, and 11 on weekends.
Eric was born and raised in Atlanta and graduated from DeKalb School of the Arts. Eric went on to attend Hampton University and graduated in 2016 (Go Pirates!) with a degree in Broadcast Journalism and Theater Performance. Eric was able to participate in several internships in Washington, Baltimore and the Hampton Roads.
Eric started his television news career at WBBJ in Jackson, Tennessee where he was the Weekend Anchor. After that he was Weekend Morning Anchor and Reporter at NBC12 in Richmond, Virginia. While in Richmond Eric covered a number of big stories including deadly tornadoes, the Governor’s blackface controversy and the Virginia Beach mass shooting.
Eric is a proud member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. and loves getting involved in the community. He’s the proud parent of his fur son ‘Harper’.
Follow Eric on twitter @Ericperrytv or send him an email at eric.perry@fox.com.
The latest from Eric Perry
Old National Highway collision: Crash highlights dangers of South Fulton intersection
Emergency crews responded Wednesday afternoon to a crash involving a van and a red pickup truck on Old National Highway near Burdett Road.
EMT recounts heroic rescue of 14-year-old Apalachee HS shooting victim
Today, FOX 5 Atlanta met one of three heroic EMTs (emergency medical technicians) who sprang into action to save lives during a tragic school shooting at Apalachee High School.
Georgia residents reporting disturbing racist messages before, after election
Multiple Georgia residents contacted FOX 5 Atlanta after receiving an alarming text message about upcoming enslavement or being informed about a potential threat from white supremacists and KKK members.
Clark Atlanta student released from jail: 'My community turned their back on me'
The judge has dismissed all charges against the Clark PhD student accused of a road rage shooting and said Fulton County prosecutors should apologize to the for how they handled his case.
Reward offered for suspect accused of dragging dogs behind car in DeKalb County
The Henry County Humane Society is hoping a reward will help find a man who investigators say was caught on camera tying two dogs to the back of his car and dragging them down a road.
Avondale Estates sidewalk project sparks property dispute
A woman in Avondale Estates says she is in a fight to save her business as the city works to install sidewalks.
He was arrested in a road rage shooting, but was he even there?
A metro Atlanta man has been accused of pulling the trigger during a 2023 road rage incident.
Young Thug, YSL RICO Trial: No decision by judge on possible mistrial, court adjourned
The judge presiding over the YSL RICO trial is considering declaring a mistrial following a prosecutor's misstep in court on Wednesday.
Georgia man caught with exotic animals says he had good intentions
Most people collect things like rocks, coins or vinyl records. Well, a Clayton County man took his collection to a whole new level. He was caught with well over a dozen exotic animals.
Georgia early voters continue breaking turnout records on day 2
State election officials have reported a continued surge in early voting figures, with nearly 90,000 Georgians casting ballots on the second day alone, contributing to a total of approximately 430,000 early and absentee votes so far this election cycle.