Eric Perry
Eric Perry is a five-time Emmy Award-winning journalist who joined the FOX 5 News team in August of 2020. He currently anchors FOX 5 News at 6, 10, and 11 on weekends.
Since joining FOX 5, Eric has been at the forefront of major breaking news coverage across metro Atlanta and beyond. He anchored coverage following the death of former President Jimmy Carter and former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, guiding viewers through moments of historic significance. Eric was also the first and lead reporter on the scene during an active shooter situation at the CDC, delivering critical, real-time information.
Eric was born and raised in Atlanta and is a graduate of DeKalb School of the Arts. He went on to attend Hampton University, where he graduated in 2016 (Go Pirates!) with a degree in Broadcast Journalism and Theater Performance. During his time in college, Eric completed several internships in Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and the Hampton Roads area.
He began his television news career at WBBJ in Jackson, Tennessee, where he served as Weekend Anchor. He later became a Weekend Morning Anchor and Reporter at NBC12 in Richmond, Virginia. While in Richmond, Eric covered several major 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 is passionate about community involvement. He’s also the proud parent of his fur son, Harper.
Follow Eric on Twitter @Ericperrytv or email him at eric.perry@fox.com.
The latest from Eric Perry
How repeated burglaries left a Grant Park business owner facing $30K in losses
A Grant Park smoke shop owner faces over $33,000 in total damages and stolen goods following two separate break-in incidents.
Atlanta tenants plead for help as raw sewage overflows in homes
Residents at an Atlanta apartment complex say they're living in unsafe and unsanitary conditions after repeated sewage backups sent raw waste into their homes, damaging personal belongings and leaving families frustrated.
Who killed a woman shielding grandkids at East Point funeral home?
East Point police are searching for the shooter who killed 55-year-old Ina Chambers outside Gus Thornhill Funeral Home in East Point.
Clayton County woman says fake bail bonds scam cost her $650
A Clayton County woman is sharing her story after she says scammers posing as bail bonds agents convinced her to send hundreds of dollars she believed would help get her son out of jail.
Big Tigger's estranged wife arrested on Maryland kidnapping warrants
The estranged wife of Atlanta radio host Big Tigger was arrested Monday in northeast Georgia during a traffic stop on kidnapping charges out of Maryland.
Dalton 5-year-old on life support in Atlanta after heart surgery
The parents of a 5-year-old North Georgia boy are asking for prayers and support as their son remains in critical condition following his third open-heart surgery.
Czechia, South Africa fans flood Atlanta for World Cup match
Tens of thousands of energetic soccer fans descended on Atlanta on Thursday to watch South Africa and the Czechia face off in a highly anticipated World Cup match.
Georgia agencies push Memorial Day safety campaign
Law enforcement agencies across Georgia are increasing patrols on roads and waterways ahead of Memorial Day weekend.
Atlanta Beltline stabbing suspect identified as 21-year-old
Atlanta police have identified Jahmare Brown, 21, as the man responsible for an attack on the Beltline and the attack of a U.S. Postal Service worker.
19-year-old shot, killed at NW Atlanta gas station
Police are investigating after a 19-year-old was shot and killed at a gas station in northwest Atlanta late Wednesday night.