Suzanne Phan Profile, Wiki, Bio
Suzanne Phan is an American News Reporter working at KOMO-TV in Seattle, Washington. She joined the station in June 2016.
Suzanne Phan Education
She graduated from the University of California, San Diego with degrees in Political Science and Communication with a minor in Chinese Studies. Phan’s education has taken her from Beijing University to Georgetown University to the Instituto del Falcon in Guanajuato, Mexico.
She also had the opportunity to intern with CNN in Beijing while studying in China for a year. Phan also had a chance to work closely with CNN’s Investigative Unit in Washington, D.C. for a summer in college. Phan’s ability to fluently speak multiple languages– including Chinese, Spanish, and Vietnamese- has made her a valuable asset to newsrooms and the community.
One of her guiding principles is the importance of education. Suzanne’s parents and several of her aunts and uncles came to the United States from Vietnam as foreign exchange students thanks to academic scholarships. Suzanne’s mother has always stressed the need to “equip yourself through education.” Because of that, She has always been interested in learning and broadening her understanding of different backgrounds and cultures.
Suzanne Phan Career
Phan serves at KOMO as a news reporter. She brings 20 years of experience in reporting and is thrilled to make the Pacific Northwest her new home. She has traveled to more than 20 countries. With her husband, Ryan Yamamoto, also a newsie at KOMO News, Suzanne has backpacked through India, Mexico, and Southeast Asia. She survived a solo excursion through Guatemala and Honduras during some unexpected civil unrest. When she’s not at work, Suzanne looks for opportunities to combine her love of travel to developing countries and her multimedia reporting skills.
Is Suzanne Phan leaving KOMO?
There were once rumors that Phan is leaving KOMO-TV. However, the rumors were wrong. She is still working with KOMO-TV as a news reporter.
Quick Facts About Suzanne Phan
| Age | Not Available |
| Nationality | American |
| Spouse | Ryan Yamamoto |
| Net Worth | $1 million – $5 Million |
Prior to KOMO News, Suzanne reported for ABC10 News and KCRA3 News in Sacramento. Suzanne has also reported in various other cities including Modesto, San Luis Obispo, Santa Maria, Santa Barbara, and Carlsbad, California. She started her news career as a writer at KNSD NBC 7/39 in San Diego. Among the notable stories She has covered: are the Angora Fire in Tahoe, Delta, and Dawn—the wayward whales in the Sacramento Delta, the historic recall of California Governor Gray Davis, the Laci Peterson murder investigation, and the Chandra Levy murder investigation in Modesto, and Heaven’s Gate Mass Suicides north of San Diego.
Suzanne is active in the Asian American Journalists Association, where she served three terms as co-president while in Sacramento. Her strong community involvement also includes various citizen academies, including the FBI and District Attorney programs. Suzanne is a 2009 Loyola Journalist Journalist Law School fellow.
Suzanne Phan Age, Birthday
Phan’s age is not known. She has managed to keep her personal life private hence the year, month, and date she was born are unknown. However, she might be in her 40s.
Suzanne Phan Height, measurements
Phan stands at an approximate height of 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 m).
Suzanne Phan Family
Information regarding Phan’s parents and siblings is currently under review. However, the information will be updated as soon as it’s available.
Suzanne Phan’s Husband, Married
Phan is married to Ryan Yamamoto. However, there is no more information known about her family.
Suzanne Phan Salary
Being one of the top news reporters for KOMO, Phan earns an annual salary ranging from $ 20,000 – $ 100,000.
Suzanne Phan’s Net Worth
Phan has an estimated net worth of between $1 Million – $5 Million which she has earned through her successful career as a news reporter.
Suzanne Phan Komo
At KOMO Phan works alongside;
- Mark Christopher – Anchors
- Preston Phillips – Co-anchor
- Gabe Cohen – Anchor / Reporter
- Eric Heintz – Anchor/Reporter
- Brian Calvert – Anchor / Reporter
- Michelle Esteban – Anchor / Reporter
- Cole Miller – Reporter
- Charlie Harger – Reporter
- Abby Acone – Meteorologist
- Shannon O’Donnell – Meteorologist
- Femi Abebefe – Sports Anchor/Reporter
- Mike Ferreri – Sports Director
- Corwin Haeck – Traffic Reporter
- Paris Jackson – Traffic Anchor/Reporter