Stephanie Buffamonte
Stephanie Buffamonte is an Emmy-nominated journalist who joined the FOX 35 News team in November 2019.
Stephanie grew up on Long Island before moving to the Windy City to attend Loyola University Chicago. She’s excited to get away from the cold and move to the Sunshine State.
Prior to FOX 35 Orlando, Stephanie was a reporter in Milwaukee where she covered the city’s lead crisis, reckless driving epidemic, and many stories that impacted the community. She also spent two years anchoring/reporting in Wausau, Wisconsin before moving to Milwaukee.
In her free time Stephanie likes to run, hike outdoors, try out new restaurants and enjoy the company of her cats Ellie and Tigger. She hopes to participate in the Walt Disney World Half Marathon next year!
The latest from Stephanie Buffamonte
Disney Cast Members participate in special 5K inside Animal Kingdom
Thousands of Walt Disney World Cast Members recently participated in a special 5K throughout Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park. It was called the "Be Well… Cast Member, Friends & Family Holiday 5K."
Central Florida family stuck in Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa
A Central Florida family says they can’t get back home from Jamaica and have been stuck there since Hurricane Melissa made landfall on the island.
Disney's most popular candy apple during Halloween
It is nearly Halloween – and when it comes to sweet treats, Disney has it all: candy apples, marshmallow treats, cupcakes, and cookies. At Disney Springs, there is one shop with a year-round spooky treat that is the most popular of all.
Viral Walt Disney World photographer honored with huge award
It is hard not to smile when Walt Disney World PhotoPass Photographer Willie Jackson is looking back at you.
Disney World husband, wife both honored with Walt Disney Legacy Award
The Walt Disney Legacy Award is one of the most prestigious honors that a Cast Member at Walt Disney World can receive. In fact, less than 1% of Disney employees receive the honor.
Husband, wife killed in wrong-way, 8-car crash on I-95; family gathers to honor their memory
Monte Clemmons is heartbroken, yes. But, she is also relying on her faith, friends, and family to help lift her up – and keep her moving forward. Her son, Winston Willis, and his wife, Annmarie, were hit head-on by a wrong-way driver last Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, on Interstate 95.
Video appears to show fight outside Pulse Memorial, prompting police investigation
Officials with the Orlando Police Department are investigating an incident that occurred near the Pulse Memorial on Saturday afternoon.
First look: 'Beak and Barrel' pirate-themed tavern opening at Magic Kingdom
A pirate-themed tavern is set to debut at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom next week, and demand is already so high that reservations are booked through late October.
Expectant mom claims bacteria from raw milk sold by Florida dairy led to miscarriage
A Seminole County woman filed a lawsuit against Keely Farms Dairy. She claims raw milk from the farm in New Smyrna Beach sent her son to the hospital and caused her to lose her unborn baby.
Winter Garden family's elaborate holiday decorations in jeopardy following county order
A Central Florida family known for elaborate holiday displays says county officials are forcing them to take down some longtime decorations, sparking backlash from the community.