Michael Finney Biography
Michael Finney is a famous American reporter and Journalist. He currently serves as an anchor for ABC 7 KGO TV News. He is an award-winning reporter who holds both Golden Mic Awards and Emmy Honors as a result of his consumptive reporting Journalism. Finney recalls his passion began with Bill Goggin, his journalism teacher at Ray Lyman Wilbur Junior High School in Palo Alto. He taught Finney, “The job of the journalist is to comfort the afflicted and afflict the comfortable.” That’s Quite much what Michael has been up to ever since.
Michael Finney Age
Finney was born in Palo Alto, California, USA, in 1976. He has not revealed his exact birth date. It is also unknown when he celebrates his birthday.
Michael Finney Height
Finney stands at an estimated height of 5 feet and 7 inches tall.
Michael Finney Education
Finney attended Palo Alto Junior High School. He later enrolled at California State Campus at Chico, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Journalism.
Michael Finney Nationality
Finney holds American nationality.
Michael Finney Parents
Finney is the son of Nancy Finney and Bob Finney. His parents raised him in Palo Alto, California, where they still reside. Michael’s mother, in an interview, recalled a time Michael had stolen another child’s bicycle and had to Scold him never to repeat the action. His parents were very supportive when he was growing up and still are.
Michael Finney Wife
Finney married his wife, Brenda Finney, a decade ago. The couple has lived together since then and has not had any scandal that may lead to a divorce. They both live in San Francisco, California, Michael’s workplace.
Michael Finney Kids
Michael and his wife, Brenda, are blessed with two children, Kenny and Connor. The family of four lives in San Francisco, in the United States of America.
Michael Finney ABC 7 KGO TV
Finney works as an anchor for 4,5,&6 in the evening at ABC 7 KGO News. He has been working for the station since 1991.
Finney is a reporter for the 4, 5 & 6 p.m. on ABC7 News/KGO-TV. In addition to that, his “Consumer Talk” radio show is heard every Saturday afternoon between 1 – 4 p.m. on KGO-AM810. Since joining the station, he has enclosed several stories, including forcing product recalls and returning millions of dollars to consumers. He also enclosed the ’89 Loma Prieta Quake, Oakland firestorm, numerous floods, L.A. riots, and other calamities.
In addition to that, he has won several awards and honors from The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, the Associated Press, and the Radio Television News Directors Association. He was also awarded by other community groups, including The National Association of Consumer Advocates, The Foundation for Taxpayer and Consumer Rights, and Consumer Action.
Michael is the writer of his two books, the first being Michael Finney’s Consumer Confidential, a top 10 best seller on The Amazon Business list. His second book, The Definitive Guide to Bay Area Deals, is scheduled for a fall 2012 release. Michael enjoys his off-duty time spending his free time with friends and family.
Michael Finney Salary & Networth
Finney earns an estimated annual salary of USD 71,793. His net worth is approximately USD 811 149.
Michael Finney Social Media
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