Gene Kang (KTLA) Net Worth, Salary, Bio , Age, Husband and Family
Who is Gene Kang?
Gene Kang is an American journalist working as a general assignment reporter for KTLA 5 News since joining the station in September 2020. He has most recently served at FRANCE 24 as the West Coast Network Correspondent.
In addition to his work as a journalist, Gene serves as the senior vice president of programs for the Asian American Journalists Association’s Los Angeles chapter.
Gene Kang Age
Kang is probably in his early 40s.
Gene Kang Height
Kang stands at an average height of 5 feet 8 inches tall.
Gene Kang Family
Kang was born and raised by his parents in the United States. His father is a veterinarian while his mother is a retired nurse in Chicago. Information about his family and childhood including his siblings is not available. This section will be updated as soon as information about his parents is available.
Gene Kang Husband
Kang is married to his husband and best friend Dan Nevez. They got married on June 14 2014 in a colorful wedding ceremony. They have been together for 24 years which he describes are the best moments of his life.
Kang and Dan Nevez celebrated their 7th wedding anniversary in June 2021. They went to Yamashiro restaurant where they shares an Asian meal. To sum up their anniversary, Kang penned down a heartfelt caption about their marriage saying;
“Happy 7th wedding anniversary @dannevez 💗 June 14, 2014 I married my BFF and partner for peace. Danny is the most amazing man in the Universe, he’s my heart.
We walked down the wedding aisle to John Legend’s “All of Me” and every time we hear that song it reminds us of our ceremony at the @sgiusa Chicago Buddhist Center. We’ve been together for 23 years! 😉 Love you! 😍 Cheers! 🥂”
Gene Kang Education
Kang received his undergraduate degree in broadcast communications and business from Loyola University Chicago.
Gene Kang KTLA Salary
Kang’s annual salary is estimated to be between $70 k and $100 k. His exact salary figure is still not available but will be updated soon.
Net Worth
Kang has an estimated net worth ranging between $100 k – $500 k. He has earned this figure from his successful journalism career.
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Gene Kang KTLA
Kang started his journalism career in January 1999 at NBC Chicago News 5 as an overnight assignment editor and field producer. Three years later, he joined Cars.com where he served as the editorial assistant to the senior content producer. He collaborated with National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on child safety seat stories.
He edited and researched auto safety feature-length content for the online community. In 2003, Kang joined The Boulware Group where he served as the director of candidate relations as well as a research assistant Boulware group in Chicago.
Kang was in charge of making sure that client relations were coordinated throughout national executive searches for companies ranging from the New York City Council to Amtrak and the United Negro College Fund.
Kang has also served CBS News, Fox Broadcasting Company, and WHAS-TV as an anchor and reporter before joining KFMB Stations in nSan Diego.
In October 2017, Kang relocated to Greater Los Angeles Area and joined NBC News where he served as a reporter. Three years later, he joined FRANCE 24 until November 2021 when he left for his current station, KTLA.
Throughout his career, Kang has interviewed several celebrities and international leaders over the years, including President Barack Obama, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, and the 14th Dalai Lama.
In addition to his profession as a journalist, Kang serves as the senior vice president of programs for the Asian American Journalists Association’s Los Angeles chapter.
He is also an SGI-USA volunteer leader who contributes to the serenity and joy of many citizens in Southern California. As an online fitness trainer, he encourages wellness and is a health advocate.
