Michael Finney Bio, KGO-TV, Age, Height, Parents, Spouse, Children, Salary, and Net Worth

Who is Michael Finney?

Michael Finney is an American journalist who is serving KGO-TV as a reporter on his 7 On Your Side reports at 4, 5 & 6 p.m. on ABC7 News. Also, he has a radio show dubbed “Consumer Talk” that airs every Saturday afternoon from 1 to 4 p.m. on KGO-AM810. He joined ABC7 News in 1991.

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Michael Finney Date of Birth / Age

Finney was born in April  1956. He is 67 years old as of 2023.

Michael Finney Height

Finney stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches tall.

Michael Finney Parents and Siblings

Finney was born and raised in the U.S. His parents are named Bob and Nancy. He manages to keep information regarding his parents, siblings, and extended members of his family away from the limelight. We will however update this information once it’s available to the public.

Michael Finney Spouse(Wife)

Finney exchanged vows with his wife, Brenda. Nonetheless, the information will be updated once available.

Michael Finney Kids / Children

Finney has two kids; a daughter, Kelly, and a son, Connor. However, we will update this information once more details concerning this are available.

Michael Finney Education

After completing his high school studies at Ray Lyman Wilbur Junior High School in Palo Alto, Finney joined the California State University at Chico. On a side note, Bill Goggin was his journalism teacher while he was in school and is accountable for Finney’s passion for journalism and his career.

Michael Finney Career

Finney works for KGO as a reporter on his 7 On Your Side reports at 4, 5 & 6 p.m. on which he debuted the segment at ABC7 News. Also, he has a radio show dubbed “Consumer Talk” that airs every Saturday afternoon from 1 to 4 p.m. on KGO-AM810. He joined ABC7 News in 1991.

Throughout the past 2 decades, he has imprisoned criminals, coerced product recalls, and remitted millions of dollars to consumers. During Midcareer, went to law school due to dealing with legal matters, and he rejoined law school. The knowledge acquired is utilized at ABC 7 and serves him and the news viewers well.

As a young reporter, he broadcasted the ’89 Loma Prieta Quake, Oakland firestorm, L.A. riots, many floods, forest fires, and other crises. Via his consumer reporting, he has earned numerous prestigious awards and honors from various Press Clubs, including The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.

Moreover, the Radio Television News Directors Association and the Associated Press. Furthermore, community groups like Consumer Action, The Foundation for Taxpayer and Consumer Rights, and The National Association of Consumer Advocates have also honored his work.

Else, he has written and published books, his first being Michael Finney’s Consumer Confidential, a top 10 best seller on The Amazon Business list. And, The Definitive Guide to Bay Area Deals was released in the fall of 2012. In his free time, he enjoys skateboarding with his son, watching his daughter cheer, and having a nice Pinot Noir on a warm summer day in the wine country with his wife.

Michael Finney KGO-TV

Finney works with KGO-TV  where he serves alongside his fellow anchors, reporters, and meteorologists such as;

  1. Dan Noyes
  2. Sandhya Patel
  3. Luz Pena
  4. Gloria Rodríguez
  5. Stephanie Sierra
  6. J.R. Stone
  7. Kristen Sze
  8. Drew Tuma
  9. Melanie Woodrow

How Much Does Michael Finney Earn?

Finney approximately earns an annual salary that ranges from $100,000-$500,000.

How Much is Michael Finney Worth?

As a reporter, Finney has been able to accumulate a net worth that ranges from $1 million to $5 million.

How Do I Contact Michael Finney 7 On My Side?

In order to reach Finney, one may send an email to ABC 7 News at 7OYS@KGO-TV.COM. One may also contact him via his Instagram Account or Facebook Page.

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