Kaity Tong Bio, Wiki, Age, Height, Husband, Family, Plastic Surgery, Salary and Net Worth.

Kaity Tong Biography

Kaity Tong is a Chinese-born American Emmy Award-winning broadcast journalist who was born and brought up in Qingdao, China.

Currently, she anchors PIX11 5 and 10-weekend edition newscasts in New York City since 1981. Prior, she worked as a co-stay of the 5 pm – 11 p.m. reports for KCRA-TV in December 1979. 

10 Quick Facts About Kaity Tong

1. Name: Kaity Tong
2. Age: 73 Years Old
3. Birthday: 23rd July
4. Zodiac Sign: Leo
5. Height: 5 feet 6 inches
6. Nationality: American
7. Occupation: Journalist
8. Marital Status: Divorced
9. Salary: $750,000
10. Net worth: $4.5 Million

Kaity Tong Age

Tong is 73 years old as of 2021, she was born on 23 July 1947, in Qingdao, China. She celebrates her birthday on 23 July every year and her birth sign is Leo.

Kaity Tong Height

Tong stands at a height of 5 feet 6 inches.

Kaity Tong Education

Kaity Tong Family

Tong was born to parents George Tong and Anita Tong. It is known that she was born in Qingdao, China, and arrived in the United States at age four. Her mother worked for the Voice of America as a broadcaster and producer in Washington, D.C.

Most noteworthy, Kaity was inspired to become a journalist by her great-uncle, Hollington K. Tong. Furthermore, Hollington is an ambassador to the US from China as well as an acclaimed author. However, our efforts to find out more about her family are publicly not available.

Thus, the identity of Tong’s parents is still unclear. It is also not known if she has any siblings. Further information regarding her family in detail is currently under review and will be updated as soon as it is available.

Kaity Tong Husband

Tong was married to her ex-husband, Patrick Callahan. It is known that Patrick is a vastly recognized photographer. However, the two divorced and parted ways due to irreconcilable differences.

Prior, Kaity was married to a former news director and a vice-president at Los Angeles’s KNBC-TV, Robert Long. As a result of their marriage, the couple shares a son together named Philip Long. Unfortunately, the duo parted ways and divorced on September 25, 2009.

However, Tong likes to keep her personal life private hence information about her partner is not available. Therefore, it is not known whether she is currently remarried, or is in a relationship. Further information regarding her marital status is currently under review and will be updated soon.

Kaity Tong Salary

It is known that Kaity was released due to her high salary which was $750,000 per year at the time (the equivalent of $1,353,965 in 2017). She earned this lucrative income through her successful career as a broadcast journalist. 

Kaity Tong Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Kaity.

Kaity Tong Wiki

• Real Name: Kaity Tong
• Popular As: WPIX Kaity Tong
• Gender: Female
• Occupation / Profession: Journalist
• Nationality: American.
• Race / Ethnicity: Chinese
• Religion:  Not Known
• Sexual Orientation: Straight

Kaity Tong Birthday

• Age / How Old?: 73 years (2021)
• Zodiac Sign: Leo
• Date of Birth: 23 July 1947
• Place of Birth: Qingdao, China
• Birthday: 23 July

Kaity Tong Body Measurements

• Body Measurements: Not known
• Height / How Tall?: 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 meters).
• Weight: Moderate
• Eye Color: Black
• Hair Color: Dark
• Shoe Size: Not known
  
• Dress Size: Not known
• Breast Size: Not known
  
• Waist Size: Not known
• Hip Size: Not known

Kaity Tong Family and Relationship

• Father (Dad): George Tong
• Mother: Anita Tong
• Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Not known
• Marital Status: Divorced
• Husband/Spouse: Ex, Patrick Callahan, Robert Long
• Children: Phillip Long

Kaity Tong’s Net Worth and Salary

• Net Worth: $4.5 Million.
  
• Salary: Under Review.
  
• Source of Income: Her career as a broadcast journalist.

Kaity Tong Journalist

Tong is a vastly recognized broadcast journalist. Currently, she serves as a television news anchor in New York City since 1981. Citing her work, she has won several prestigious awards, including Paul Harris Fellowship from Rotary International.

It is known that Kaity began her career as a TV journalist with KPIX-TV in San Francisco. Afterward, she joined KCRA-TV in December 1979, as a co-stay of the 5 pm – 11 p.m. reports. She was appraised as the best out of all the TV news characters in Sacramento.

Most noteworthy, Tong moved to a New York-positioned TV station called WABC-TV year 1981. She further, joined WPIX as the station’s top female anchor. Before this, she co-anchored the station’s 10 p.m. newscast with Marvin Scott from January 1992 to September 1992.

Furthermore, Kaity is known for her portrayals as a newscaster in Wolf, City Hall, and Marci X. In addition, she is known for her roles in Night Falls on Manhattan, and the 2004 remake of The Manchurian Candidate.

Kaity Tong Plastic Surgery

Tong was admitted in March 2010 that she underwent facelift surgery. As a result, she went smooth with her fans’ and admirers’ curiosity and that criticism didn’t affect her at all. This is why she looks young despite her age.

Most recently, Kaity was operated on by Dr. Aronoff after her colon ruptured at Lenox Hill Hospital. It is known that she experienced severe abdominal complications in her abdomen in May 2018. As a result, she required two surgeries to correct acute gastrointestinal perforation.

Afterward, Tong expressed her gratitude for surviving the unexpected and life-threatening illness. Moreover, she is actively involved with various charitable organizations, including the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. She is also involved in the League for the Hard of Hearing, and Friends for Life.

Kaity Tong Award and Achievements

Tong is undoubtedly a fine journalist as outlined in the following awards and accomplishments;

• Exceptional Achievement Award
• Star award
• Distinguished Woman award

• Champion of Excellence Award
• Ellis Island Medal of Honor
• Governor’s Emmy Award

• Emmy Award
• Exceptional Achievement Award

Frequently Asked Questions About Kaity Tong

Who is Kaity Tong?

Kaity is an accomplished journalist who currently serves as a television news anchor in New York City since 1981. Citing her work, she has won several prestigious awards including Paul Harris Fellowship from Rotary International.

How old is Kaity Tong?

Tong is 73 years old as of 2021, she was born on 23 July 1947, and her birth sign is Leo.

How tall is Kaity Tong?

Tong stands at an approximate height of 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 meters).

Is Kaity Tong married?

Tong was recently married to her ex-husband, Patrick Patrick Callahan. Prior, she was married to a former news director and a vice-president at Los Angeles’s KNBC-TV, Robert Long, until 2009. As a result of their marriage, the couple shares a son together named Philip Long. 

How much is Kaity Tong‘s worth?

Kaity has an approximate net worth of $4.5 Million. This amount has been accrued from her leading roles as a broadcast journalist in journalism.

How much does Kaity Tong make?

It is known that Tong was released due to her high salary which was $750,000 per year at the time (the equivalent of $1,353,965 in 2017). She earned this lucrative income through her successful career as a broadcast journalist. 

Where does Tong live?

Because of security reasons, Kaity has not shared her precise location of residence. We will immediately update this information if we get the location and images of her house.

Is Tong dead or alive?

Kaity is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of her being sick or having any health-related issues.

Where is Kaity Tong now?

Kaity is pursuing her career in journalism. Currently, she anchors PIX11 5 and 10-weekend edition newscasts in New York City since 1981.

Kaity Tong Contacts

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