Rob DeMello Bio, KHON, Age, Family, Wife, Net Worth, Salary in 2026

Rob DeMello is an American sportscaster and the sports director at KHON2 in Honolulu, Hawaii. A fixture of Hawaii sports television since 2002, he has been named National Sports Media Association Hawaii Sportscaster of the Year five times and is widely regarded as one of the most connected and respected sports journalists in the islands.

A Kailua High School graduate, DeMello started his career as a teenager interning under ESPN’s Neil Everett. At KHON2, he created and hosts “Cover 2: Hawaii High School Football Weekly,” launched the “Hawaii Sports 2night” talk show and produces the “Hawaii Football Final” podcast. As of 2026 he remains the leading voice of Hawaii sports broadcasting.

Rob DeMello Quick Facts

Full Name	Rob DeMello
Nick Name	Rob
Profession	Sports Director, Sportscaster, Journalist
Birth Date	Not publicly disclosed
Age	Approximately 45
Birth Place	Hawaii, United States
Nationality	American
Known For	Sports Director at KHON2 and creator of Cover 2
Ethnicity	Not publicly disclosed
Zodiac	Not publicly disclosed
Height	Not publicly disclosed
Weight	Not publicly disclosed
Hair Color	Dark Brown
Eye Color	Brown
Qualification	Graduate of Kailua High School
Religion	Not publicly disclosed
Marital Status	Married
Spouse	Tina DeMello
Relationships	Married to Tina DeMello, an Emmy-winning executive producer at KHON2
Children	Three: daughter Emi and sons Cole and Niko
Family Tree	A Hawaii-based family; his wife works alongside him at KHON2
Hobbies	Sports, family time, following Hawaii athletes
Current Work	Sports Director, KHON2 Honolulu
Years Active	2002–present
Net Worth	Estimated $500,000–$1 million

Viewers who search for Rob DeMello often also look up his KHON2 colleagues and fellow Hawaii sports broadcasters, along with the Hawaii athletes he covers, such as Marcus Mariota, Tua Tagovailoa and Manti Te’o.

Early Life and Education

Rob DeMello grew up in Kailua, Hawaii, and knew from the age of six that he wanted to be a sportscaster. Energetic and drawn to both sports and writing, he gravitated toward sportscasts on television and made the goal part of his identity as he grew up.

He graduated from Kailua High School and, at just 15 years old, landed his first internship under the legendary Hawaii sportscaster Neil Everett, who later became a longtime ESPN anchor. Everett told DeMello that if he improved his grades he could shadow and learn from him — motivation that helped set his career in motion.

Career Journey

Building a Hawaii Sports Career

DeMello has been a sportscaster in Honolulu since 2002. He also served as executive producer of “Leahey and Leahey” on AM 1500 from 2006 to 2009 and on PBS Hawaii from 2010 to 2015, building deep relationships across the Hawaii sports community.

KHON2 and Sports Director

DeMello joined KHON2 in 2010 as the station’s weekend sports anchor and was promoted to sports director in 2012. In that role he has covered many of Hawaii’s biggest sports moments, including Manti Te’o’s appearance in the 2012 BCS National Championship Game, Marcus Mariota and Tua Tagovailoa’s Heisman Trophy ceremonies in New York City, the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors men’s basketball 2016 NCAA Tournament run, and the men’s volleyball team’s first national championship in 2021.

Shows and Podcasts

DeMello is the creator, executive producer and host of “Cover 2: Hawaii High School Football Weekly,” which airs during football season and features nationally recognized postseason honors, including the Marcus Mariota Player of the Year Award. In 2025 he launched “Hawaii Sports 2night,” a weekly sports talk show, and he also hosts the “Hawaii Football Final” podcast during Rainbow Warriors football season.

Rob DeMello Career Stats

Sportscaster in Honolulu since 2002
Joined KHON2 in 2010; sports director since 2012
Five-time NSMA Hawaii Sportscaster of the Year (2015, 2016, 2020, 2022, 2024)
Creator and host of Cover 2 and Hawaii Sports 2night
Host of the Hawaii Football Final podcast

Personal Life

DeMello is married to Tina DeMello, an Emmy Award-winning executive producer at KHON2, whom he met at the station. The couple have three children: daughter Emi and sons Cole and Niko. DeMello says his favorite role is being a father, and the family embrace life in Hawaii.

Married to Tina DeMello, an executive producer at KHON2
Father of three: Emi, Cole and Niko
Met his wife while working at KHON2
Describes fatherhood as his favorite role

Dating History and Affairs

DeMello’s marriage to Tina DeMello grew out of their shared workplace at KHON2, and the couple have built a strong family life in Hawaii. There is no record of prior high-profile relationships or personal scandal.

Controversies

Rob DeMello has no documented personal or professional controversies. He is widely respected across Hawaii for his fairness, his deep relationships with local sports figures and his commitment to covering athletes from the islands.

Awards and Achievements

Five-time NSMA Hawaii Sportscaster of the Year
Creator of the Marcus Mariota Player of the Year Award program
Sports director at KHON2 since 2012
Host of multiple award-recognized local sports programs

Physical Statistics

DeMello maintains a professional on-air presence, typically seen in sportscaster attire with short dark hair. He does not publicly share his height or weight. His energy and enthusiasm for Hawaii sports shine through in every broadcast.

Quotes

“I love sports, but Hawaii sports is my true love. Everything I do surrounds the Hawaii sports atmosphere.” — Rob DeMello

Favorites

Favorite Beat: Hawaii high school and college sports
Favorite Part of the Job: Being the middle man between fans and athletes
Favorite Role: Being a father
Favorite Teams: Hawaii Rainbow Warriors

Earnings and Net Worth

Rob DeMello’s net worth is estimated at between $500,000 and $1 million. His income comes primarily from his long tenure as sports director at KHON2 in Honolulu, along with his producing and hosting work on “Cover 2,” “Hawaii Sports 2night” and the “Hawaii Football Final” podcast. More than two decades in the Hawaii market have built a stable and respected career.

Interesting Facts

He knew he wanted to be a sportscaster at age six
His first internship was under ESPN’s Neil Everett at age 15
He has won Hawaii Sportscaster of the Year five times
He created the Marcus Mariota Player of the Year Award program
His wife is an Emmy-winning producer at the same station

Did You Know Already?

Did you know that Rob DeMello has been a KHON2 sports director since 2012?
Did you know that he has won Hawaii Sportscaster of the Year five times?
Did you know that he interned under ESPN’s Neil Everett at 15?
Did you know that his wife works at the same station?

Twitter/X: @RobDeMelloKHON
Instagram: @robdemello
Website: khon2.com

FAQ

Who is Rob DeMello?

Rob DeMello is an American sportscaster and the sports director at KHON2 in Honolulu, Hawaii, where he has worked since 2010.

Where is Rob DeMello from?

He grew up in Kailua, Hawaii, and is a graduate of Kailua High School.

Is Rob DeMello married?

Yes. He is married to Tina DeMello, an executive producer at KHON2, and the couple have three children.

How many times has Rob DeMello won Hawaii Sportscaster of the Year?

He has won the National Sports Media Association’s Hawaii Sportscaster of the Year award five times.

How much is Rob DeMello worth?

His net worth is estimated at roughly $500,000 to $1 million, based on his long broadcasting career.

Conclusion

Rob DeMello has spent more than two decades chronicling Hawaii’s athletes, from the prep fields to the national stage, and he has done it with a passion that has made him a beloved local figure. His five Sportscaster of the Year awards and his innovative shows and podcasts reflect a broadcaster who keeps raising the bar. Above all, he treasures his family and his home. If you found this biography helpful, please share it with fellow Hawaii sports fans!