Tanya Rivero is an American news broadcaster known for her dynamic career across prominent news outlets. She was raised in New York City and attended the Professional Children’s School in Manhattan, where she pursued classical ballet training. Rivero danced professionally with the New York City Ballet before transitioning to journalism.
She earned her undergraduate degree from Yale University and later completed a graduate degree at the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism, laying the academic foundation for her future in broadcast journalism.
While still an undergraduate at Yale, Rivero began her journalism career as a desk assistant for ABC’s World News Tonight with Peter Jennings. This early exposure to the newsroom environment solidified her interest in broadcast journalism. Following graduation, she gained reporting experience with News 12 The Bronx and News 12 Brooklyn.
In 2005, Rivero joined WCBS-TV in New York as a reporter and substitute anchor, further developing her on-air presence and reporting skills.
In 2007, Rivero moved to ABC News, where she served as a correspondent and anchor. During her time at ABC, she hosted What’s the Buzz and Healthy Living. She also reported for several major programs, including Good Morning America, Nightline, World News with Diane Sawyer, and Weekend World News with David Muir.
She also served as host of Good Morning America Health, where she focused on health-related news and interviews, helping to inform viewers with practical insights and medical updates.
| Occupations: | Journalist |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Education: | Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism Yale University |
| Gender: | Female |
| Description: | American journalist |
