Last Updated on December 4, 2025 by Editor
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Karen Jordan Biography
Karen Jordan is an African-American working in the field of journalism as a weekend co-anchor of ABC 7 Weekend News, the No. 1-rated newscast in Chicago. Before joining the station in July 2003, she worked at WPHL in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as a weekend anchor and general assignment reporter.
Karen Jordan Height
Jordan stands at a rough height of 5 feet and 6 inches.
Karen Jordan Age
Jordan was born on October 17th, but has yet to reveal her birth year; thus, her age is yet to be known. She annually celebrates he birthday on October 17th, as suggested by her husband Christian, Facebook post on October 17, 2025, captioned “HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!! To a Great Mother, Daughter, Wife, and Best Friend…”
Personal Life
Karen Jordan Relatives and Family
Jordan was born to Sharon and Robert Howard (Bob) Jordan, Jr., in Nashville, Tennessee. Robert was born on August 31, 1943, and is 82 years old. He obtained a Ph.D in Philosophy of Education with a minor in Ethics from Loyola University Chicago in May 1999. Before that, he received his Master of Arts degree from Northeastern Illinois University. Also, he has a Bachelor’s degree in General Studies from Roosevelt University in Chicago.
Bob is a retired weekend anchor on WGN-TV’s New. He began his TV career in 1970 at WSM-TV as a booth announcer and was later promoted to news anchor of an early morning variety show. Also, he was responsible for on-camera news breaks. Besides his journalism career, he worked as a surgical assistant with the United States Army. In November 2017, he published his first book, Murder in the News: An Inside Look at How Television Covers Crime.”
Karen Jordan Spouse and Children
Jordan tied the knot with Christian Farr on August 12, 2001. This is evident in his Facebook post on August 12, 2019, captioned “It has been 18 years since I asked…jordanabc7 to marry me… Happy Anniversary, honey….I love you!…” The couple has two children, Vivian and John.
Vivian was born on August 10, 2012, and is 13 years old. This is evident in Jordan’s Facebook post on August 10, 2024, captioned “Vivian turns 12🥰 We are so proud of the person you’re becoming,…”
John was born on February 28, 2017, and is 8 years old. This is evident in Jordan’s Facebook post on February 28, 2025, captioned “Happy 8th birthday, Jay! You bring us so much joy, and we love you so much…”
Christian works as a broadcast journalist at NBC5 in Chicago. He studied at the University of Delaware, where he graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcast Journalism. He celebrates his birthday on June 2nd, as suggested by Jordan’s Facebook post on June 2, 2024, “..Happy birthday to my favorite person @christianfarrtv…”
Karen Jordan Education
Jordan received her diploma from Evanston Township High School before enrolling at Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia. She later graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English. She then enrolled at Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism, where she received a Master’s Degree in Broadcast Journalism.
Professional Life
Karen Jordan Career
Jordan works as a co-anchor of ABC 7 Weekend News, the No. 1-rated newscast in Chicago. She was awarded an Emmy for team coverage of breaking news and public affairs programming at ABC7. She has also been recognized by community organizations across Chicago for excellence throughout her career. Before joining the station, she worked at WPHL in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as a weekend anchor and general assignment reporter.
Before moving to Pennsylvania, Jordan worked in Dayton, Ohio, as a main anchor and reporter at WRGT-TV. While still in Dayton, she worked as a weekend anchor and general assignment reporter for WKEF-TV. She launched her career in Rockford, Illinois, as a general assignment reporter for WIFR-TV.
Jordan is also an active member of the National Association of Black Journalists. Aside from her broadcasting work, she emcees events, moderates panels, mentors aspiring journalists, and serves her community with The Links, Incorporated, a social service organization
Karen Jordan Net Worth
Jordan has garnered a net worth ranging from $1 million to $6 million during her successful career as a journalist.
Karen Jordan Salary
Jordan receives an approximate annual salary of $110, 000, which she earns working as a co-anchor of ABC 7 Weekend News.
Karen Jordan Social Media
Jordan has active social media platforms, i.e., Facebook, X(previously Twitter), and Instagram. She has a following of over 5.6K on Facebook, over 5.4K on Instagram, and over 7.8K on X.
