Syma Chowdhry

Early Life and Education

Born in Staten Island, New York, Syma Chowdhry is of South Asian descent—her father is of Pakistani origin and her mother is of Indian heritage. She was raised in New Jersey, where she gained early recognition by winning a national pageant title as New Jersey’s Perfect Teen during high school. Chowdhry pursued her higher education at Temple University in Philadelphia, earning a bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism.

Personal Life

In 2006, Chowdhry married Aamer, an attorney, in New Jersey. The couple was introduced through mutual friends.

Television Career

Chowdhry began her television career in high school, hosting a local entertainment and features program for Adelphia Cable. After completing her degree, she started professionally as a features reporter at News 14 Carolina in North Carolina, where she also served as a web content developer.

She later joined News 12 New Jersey, initially working in the entertainment division before transitioning to hard news reporting. Her impactful street reporting covered a wide range of stories including crime, weather events, and community issues. She became known for her ability to present emotionally charged stories with clarity and accuracy.

Chowdhry has also worked for CBS’s CW50 in Detroit and for KYW-TV CBS in Philadelphia, and later returned to Detroit as a reporter for WXYZ-TV. In 2021 she rejoined News 12 New Jersey, where she is now a morning anchor. Additionally, she contributes stories to HLN and other media outlets on a freelance basis.