Vernon Odom is an American journalist and retired reporter for 6abc Philadelphia.
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Best Known For:The television program Action News
Breakthrough:Became a staple of Philadelphia news through a 42-year career at WPVI-TV in 1976
10 Quick Facts About Vernon Odom
- Full Name: Vernon Odom
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Journalist and reporter
- Known For: The television program Action News
- Current Role: Retired reporter
- Current Employer: 6abc Philadelphia
- Date of Birth: September 16, 1948
- Age: 77 years old
- Place of Birth: Akron, Ohio
- Marital Status: Married
Vernon Odom Age
Vernon Odom is about 78 years old as of 2026. Vernon Odom was born in 1948.
Education
His educational background includes studies at Morehouse College and Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism.
- Morehouse College
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Field of Study: History
- Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism
- Qualification: Master's degree
- Field of Study: Journalism
Career & Work
Vernon Odom's career includes news and reporting roles with WPVI-TV (6abc), a television station.
Organization: WPVI-TV (6abc)
Role: Reporter
Period: 1976–2018
Details: Philadelphia
Rise to Fame
Vernon Odom rose to prominence for his role on the television show Action News.
Notable Works
- TV Show: Action News (Reporter, 1976-2018) — Long-running Philadelphia news program
Notable Coverage
- Release of Nelson Mandela - WPVI-TV - 1990 - Reported on-site from South Africa
Awards & Achievements
- Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia Hall of Fame
Vernon Odom Family & Relationships
Vernon Odom is married to Wanda Motley.
- Father: Vernon Odom Sr
Personal Information
- Full Name: Vernon Odom
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Journalist and reporter
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: Black / African
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: September 16, 1948
- Age: 77
- Birthday: September 16
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo
- Place of Birth: Akron, Ohio
Measurements
- Hair Color: Gray
Family & Relationships
- Father: Vernon Odom Sr
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Wanda Motley
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Related Biographies
- Wanda Motley (Spouse • Wife)
