Best Known For:The book The Fortune Cookie Chronicles
Breakthrough:Hired by The New York Times at age 24, becoming one of its youngest metro reporters in 2001
10 Quick Facts About Jennifer 8. Lee
- Full Name: Jennifer 8. Lee
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Journalist and reporter
- Known For: The book The Fortune Cookie Chronicles
- Current Role: Author and former journalist
- Date of Birth: March 15, 1976
- Age: 50 years old
- Place of Birth: New York City, New York
- Beats: Lifestyle / Human Interest
- Media Level: National
Jennifer 8. Lee Age
Jennifer 8. Lee is 50 years old. She was born on March 15, 1976, and her zodiac sign is Pisces.
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Education
She attended Harvard University, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Applied Mathematics and Economics.
- Harvard University
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Field of Study: Applied Mathematics and Economics
Career & Work
Jennifer 8. Lee's career includes news and reporting roles with The New York Times, a newspaper.
Organization: The New York Times
Role: Metropolitan Reporter
Period: 2001–2009
Details: New York, NY · Covered culture, city news, and technology beats for the metro desk.
Notable Works
- Book: The Fortune Cookie Chronicles (Author, 2008) — A well-received investigative book tracking the cultural evolution of Chinese food in America
Lesser Known Facts
- Her legal middle name is the numeral '8', chosen by her parents as an auspicious symbol in Chinese culture.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Jennifer 8. Lee
- Gender: Female
- Occupation: Journalist and reporter
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: Asian
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: March 15, 1976
- Age: 50
- Birthday: March 15
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces
- Place of Birth: New York City, New York
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Online Presence
- X (Twitter):https://twitter.com/jenny8lee
