LA Based ESPN Reporter Stormy Buonantony, 33, Says Husband Christopher Normandt Keeps Her Grounded Through Her Busy Reporting Life
She knows the team, the fans, and the city.
August 17, 2026
This article was last updated by Alisha Shrestha on August 17, 2026
On Tuesday, May 6th, during Game One of the Western Conference Second Round between the Edmonton Oilers and the Vegas Golden Knights, fans noticed ESPN reporter Stormy Buonantony was back.
Stormy is a well-known sports reporter from Las Vegas. Many fans in the area know her and love seeing her on TV, mainly when she covers hockey.
She worked alongside Bob Wischusen, who did play-by-play, and Ryan Callahan, the analyst.
But it was Stormy’s return that got people talking. Her local connection to Las Vegas and the Golden Knights makes her a fan favorite.
Starting in fall 2026, she begins her fourth season reporting on college football and the UFL for ESPN. She’s also often seen hosting shows at VSIN, where she talks about sports and betting.
Before this, Stormy, 33, worked with the Vegas Golden Knights as their rinkside reporter and host for two years.
Stormy Buonantony and Husband Christopher Normandt Share A Supportive Love Since 2015
The ESPN reporter is married to Christopher Normandt, a U.S. Army veteran who is now a mortgage advisor and a licensed home loan lender.
Stormy and Christopher were engaged on May 14, 2026, at the Circa Las Vegas Resort & Casino, a special moment they shared with their followers.
Forever & ever 🥹💍
— Stormy (Buonantony) Normandt (@StormBuonantony)
Their wedding registry and various sources indicate that they in August 2026.
The couple has been together for a long time, dating back to at least November 2015, when they started appearing on each other’s Instagram posts.
Stormy has mentioned that Christopher supports her through the ups and downs of her demanding career, which involves a lot of travel and high-pressure reporting.
She also often shares pictures of them enjoying life, such as watching sports games, going on vacations, or attending events.
They seem to love spending quality time together, whether it’s a cozy weekend or a big adventure. For example, she’s posted about them cheering at games or relaxing during her days off.
In a heartfelt Instagram post for Christopher’s birthday in 2026, Stormy wrote about celebrating his birthday with him for the seventh year in a row.
She called him her “best friend” and “soon-to-be husband,” saying,
“I’m emotional writing this thinking about how lucky I am to have you… Words truly are not enough to describe how grateful I am to have you in my life…
She has hinted that Christopher is her rock, especially with her hectic schedule as a reporter for ESPN and VSiN.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Stormy went to San Diego State University and graduated in 2014 with a degree in journalism.
- She’s won an Emmy Award for her work in sports media and continues to build her career from her home base in Las Vegas.
- Her dad, Richard, is a former minor league baseball player, and her mom, Cheri Shipp, is a leading gymnastics teacher.
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