Kathryn Tappen biography
Kathryn Tappen is a renowned American sportscaster who currently works on NBC Sports Group coverage for Notre Dame Football, Football Night in America, as well as the Summer and Winter Olympics, among others.
In her nearly two-decade career, Tappen has served as a host on shows such as NHL Live and NHL Tonight. She has also worked as a reporter for Football Night America and as a contributing reporter for NBC Sports’ coverage of the Super Bowl in 2015 and 2018.
Education Kathryn Tappen
Tappen attended Villa Walsh Academy, where he also excelled in academics and athletics. After high school, she got a scholarship to study at Rutgers University in New Jersey. In 2003, Kathryn graduated from the University with a BA in Journalism.
Kathryn Tappen’s Career
Tappen loved basketball and baseball from an early age as she played on men’s teams because there were no girls’ teams when she was growing up. However, her career has followed a completely different path from her childhood interests.
Tappen worked for the NHL Network for four years before joining the NBC Sports Group (2011-2015). NHL Tonight, the network’s featured weekly show, was her first show as a host. Prior to that, Tappen worked for the New England Sports Network (NESN) for five years, where she served as the head studio host of Boston Bruins games and covered the Boston Celtics, Boston Red Sox, and New England Patriots.
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On Providence, Rhode Island’s NBC station WJAR, Tappen also worked as a daily sports reporter and weekend anchor. In 2003, she started her work with College Sports Television. WISE’s Boston, Massachusetts, branch presented Tappen with the “Woman of Inspiration” award in 2014 in recognition of her leadership qualities and guidance in advancing women in the sports industry. In 2006, Tappen was also recognized by the Associated Press for her sports article, “Swim Meet”.
During his time at NBC Sports Group, NHL Live was twice nominated for a Sports Emmy. In addition, his sports reporting was also nominated for two Boston/New England Emmy Awards by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.
In the 2021 NFL season, Tappen covered four NBC Sunday Night Football competitions, the Rams-Buccaneers NFL Divisional Playoff Game, and the Raiders-Bengals Wild Card Game as a side reporter.
Furthermore, Tappen worked on four NBC Olympic missions. She received USA Network coverage of the Tokyo 2020 Tokyo Olympics. She also covered beach volleyball at the Rio 2016 Olympics and hosted hockey at PyeongChang 2018 and Sochi 2014.
Beginning in calendar year 2022, Tappen’s responsibilities have expanded to include the lead interviewer for NBC Sports’ golf coverage of the PGA TOUR and major championships.
Kathryn Tappen Age
TAppen is 40 years old from 2022. She born April 9, 1981, in Morristown, New Jersey, United States of America. Furthermore, she celebrates her birthday on April 9th every year and her birth sign is Aries.
Kathryn Tappen’s Husband
tappen was married to former National Hockey League quarterback Jay Leach. The pair met in 2005 when Tappen covered the NHL lockout. Their wedding was held at New Castle Parish Church in New Castle on July 18, 2009, and they were later blessed with three sons, two daughters and a son.
Nonetheless, in 2014, she divorced her husband and has never been romantically linked with anyone else since.
Kathryn Tappen family
Tappen was born for her parents Richard Tappen and Sheila Tappen. She is of German descent and has a sister named Amanda Tappen.
Kathryn Tappen height
Tappen is approx. height of 5 feet 10 inches and weighs approximately 58 kg. Furthermore, her body measurements are 34-25-35 inches.
Kathryn Tappen Net Worth
Tappen has an estimate net worth of $2 million. Her income is mainly from her successful career as a sports announcer.
Kathryn Tappen Salary
Tappen receives an approximate value annual salary from among $40,000 – $110,500.
