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Pam Zekman Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on April 9, 2026: By John MP

Pam Zekman is an American media personality (Investigative Journalist and Reporter). She was born in Chicago, IL. She works as investigative reporter at Chicago Sun-Times.

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Quick Facts

  • Full Name: Pam Zekman
  • Profession: Media Personality
  • Current Employer: WBBM-TV
  • Current Title: Investigative Reporter (Retired)
  • Current Program: CBS 2 News
  • Beats: Investigations, Politics / Government, Crime / Public Safety
  • Specialization: Investigative Journalist and Reporter
  • Age: 81 years old
  • Place of Birth: Chicago, IL
  • Nationality: American

Pam Zekman Age

Pam Zekman is 82 years old (estimated). She was born in 1944, but the exact date of birth has not been publicly disclosed.

Pam Zekman Height

Pam Zekman's height has not been publicly reported.

Pam Zekman Weight

Pam Zekman's weight has not been publicly reported.

Education

She studied at University of California, Berkeley.

  • Education 1
    • Institution Name: University of California, Berkeley
    • Qualification: Bachelor's degree
    • Field of Study: History

Career & Work

Career Timeline

RoleOrganization
Investigative ReporterWBBM-TV
Jan 1, 1981 – Jan 1, 2020 • Chicago

She has worked as Investigative Reporter at Chicago Sun-Times. Her work has included experience in Chicago.

  • Investigative Reporter at Chicago Sun-Times
    • Period: 1970s

Rise to Fame

  • Won her first Pulitzer Prize for uncovering corruption at the Chicago Board of Health (1971)

Notable Coverage

  • The Mirage Tavern — Chicago Sun-Times — 1978 — <p>Legendary undercover sting on corruption</p>

Awards & Achievements

  • Pulitzer Prize — Columbia University
    Public Service

Pam Zekman Salary

Pam Zekman receives an estimated annual salary ranging between $45K – $188K. This estimate is based on typical earnings for a Media Personality in their country and may vary depending on seniority, employer, and deals.

Pam Zekman Net Worth

Pam Zekman's net worth is estimated to be between $375K – $3.8M (Est). This includes assets, earnings, and accumulated income, with the primary source of income being their career as a media personality.

Pam Zekman Family & Relationships

Pam Zekman is married to Fred Akers.

Pam Zekman Facts

Personal Information

  • Full Name: Pam Zekman
  • Gender: Female
  • Occupation: Media Personality
  • Nationality: American
  • Living Status: Alive
  • Ethnicity: White

Birth & Background

  • Date of Birth: October 22, 1944
  • Age: 81
  • Birthday: October 22
  • Zodiac Sign: Libra
  • Place of Birth: Chicago, IL

Measurements

  • Height: Not publicly disclosed
  • Weight: Not publicly disclosed

Family & Relationships

  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Fred Akers

Net Worth & Income

  • Primary Income Country: Not publicly disclosed
  • Salary: $45K – $188K (Est)
  • Net Worth: $375K – $3.8M (Est)
  • Source of Income: Employment

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