Hazel Sanchez Biography
Hazel Sanchez, is the anchor of the PIX11 Morning News from 6-10 a.m. on weekdays. She’s been a part of the PIX11 News team since 2021, but before that, she worked as a general assignment reporter and fill-in anchor at CBS New York for over 20 years!
Hazel’s career in journalism started in Wisconsin, where she worked as a weekend anchor at WBAY-TV in Green Bay and as a news cut-in anchor and assistant producer at WISN-TV in Milwaukee. She graduated from Marquette University in Milwaukee with a degree in Broadcast Journalism.
Hazel’s hard work and dedication to journalism have earned her many awards, including New York Emmy and Midwest Emmy awards, CINE Golden Eagle awards, and recognition from the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association. She’s also been named one of the “Top 100 Most Influential Filipinas in the U.S.” by the Filipina Women’s Network and received The Outstanding Filipinos In America Award (TOFA) in 2017 and was named one of the Top 100 Most Influential Filipino Americans by TOFA in 2020.
Hazel is a proud Filipino American who has made a big impact in the world of journalism. She’s an inspiration to many and a great example of what hard work and dedication can achieve.
Hazel Sanchez Age
Sanchez was born on March 14, 1972, in Bourbonnais, Illinois. She is 51 years old as of 2023. However, she celebrates her birthday on the 14th of March.
Hazel Sanchez Height
Sanchez appears to be a woman with average stature. However, details about her actual height and other body measurements are not known.
Hazel Sanchez Parents
Sanchez lived in a small town in Bourbonnais, Illinois, with her parents. The family went through ups and downs, including prejudice and racism. Her parents came from nothing, Interestingly, nothing could deter them from attempting to conquer the burden of poverty. Sanchez’s father, Manuel Sanchez, was an anesthesiologist, while Carlota Sanchez’s mother was a nurse.
Hazel Sanchez, Education
Sanchez graduated from Marquette University in Milwaukee, WI, with a Bachelor of Art in broadcasting and electronic communications.
Hazel Sanchez Husband
Sanchez is married to Peter Joseph Rapciewicz, who is an Assistant Vice President in New York, at the American International Group. Also, he performs various duties in the Insurance and Financial Services Company that include oversight of portfolios and underwriting casualty insurance programs. However, they got married after dating for many years.
Hazel Sanchez Wedding
Sanchez and her husband, Peter Joseph Rapciewicz, tied their knot at Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church in New York on a Saturday afternoon in 2011. The wedding was initiated by a Presbyterian minister, Rev. Kate Dunn, with a Lutheran minister, Rev. Ellen Meissgeier.
Hazel Sanchez Children
The couple is blessed with two daughters called Avery and Kenzie. However, details about them are not known to the public at the moment, however, we shall update the information as soon as it is available.
Hazel Sanchez CBS
In 2000, Sanchez joined CBS 2 as a reporter on general assignment. Sanchez was WBAY-TV Green Bay, WI’s weekend anchor/reporter until WCBS-TV. She also presented and moderated Teen Connection, a live, hour-long Wisconsin Public Television show in Green Bay during that period. Apart from “Teen Connection,” she has hosted a variety of award-winning documentaries for the channel.
Interestingly, Hazel was a television cut-in anchor and an assistant producer at WISN-TV in Milwaukee. Prior to her role in Green Bay.
Furthermore, Sanchez has received awards from the Wisconsin Broadcast Association for her work, a Midwest Emmy award, a CINE Golden Eagle award, and an award. In addition, she has won awards for hosting “The Dawn Discovery,” an intense documentary about the battle between one young woman and Anorexia Nervosa.
CBS 2 News and Anchors
- Mary Calvi – Anchor and Reporter
- Ali Bauman – Anchor and Reporter
- Alice Gainer – Anchor and Reporter
- Carolyn Gusoff – Anchor and Reporter
- Chris Wragge – Anchor and Reporter
- Natalie Duddridge – Anchor and Reporter
- Dana Tyler – Anchor and Reporter
- Jessica Moore – Anchor and Reporter
- Maurice DuBois – Anchor and Reporter
- Elise Finch – Meteorologist
- Vanessa Murdock – Meteorologist
- Cindy Hsu
Hazel Sanchez Filipino
Sanchez is an outstanding Filipino woman who has received praise for her work both in the Philippines and abroad.
Hazel Sanchez Salary
For a long time, Sanchez has been working for WCBS-TV, creating a good image and reputation. However, it is clear that she is getting an impressive salary. However, her actual salary is still private and away from the public.
Hazel Sanchez Net Worth
Her net worth could be as much as $1 million, However, the exact amount is unknown to the public.