Taryn Asher Biography

Taryn Asher is an American Emmy Award-winning anchor and reporter working for Fox2 Detroit as an anchor at 5,6, and 10 p.m., as well as The Edge at 11 p.m. She has been working for the station since joining in 2007.

Taryn Asher Education

Asher went to Powers Catholic High School in Flint and later on joined Michigan State University, where she attained her Bachelor’s degree in Political Science in 1997.

Taryn Asher Career

Asher works for Fox2 Detroit as an anchor at 5,6, and 10 p.m., as well as The Edge at 11 p.m. In this capacity, she leads the evening newscasts with a deep passion for truth, responsibility, and connection. The Michigan native has spent most of her career reporting across the state, winning 10 Emmy Awards for investigative work and on-air storytelling along the way.

Asher had always wanted to be a journalist ever since she was young and did all that she could to achieve her goals. After she attained her degree, she landed a job at CBS where she served as a reporter as well as an anchor. She worked for the station for quite some time and later on joined FOX 2 in 2007.

Since she started her journalism career, she has managed to enclose several events and stories all across America including politics and crime. She has also managed to win 6 Emmy Awards for Best News Anchor and several awards from the Michigan Association of Broadcasters and Associated Press. She is also very active in supporting and volunteering in some organizations and foundations including Jackets for Jobs, COTS Homeless Shelter, and Light House of Oakland County, which provides help and housing to homeless families.

Taryn Asher Age

She was born on 14 June 1975 in Detroit, United States. She celebrates her birthday every year on 14 June. Asher is 50 years old.

Taryn Asher Height

Asher stands at a height of 5 feet 4 inches.

Taryn Asher Husband

Asher got married to Jason Carr in October 2007. Jason is a known digital anchor and reporter for Channel 4. The couple first met in 2000 and started dating in 2001. They are blessed with a daughter, Gia Carr, who was born on 26 February 2011. Carr is 14 years old.

Whenever she is not working, Asher enjoys spending her free time with her family and friends probably enjoying outdoor activities. She also spends her free time with her two dogs Charli and Violet. Additionally, she has also run the Detroit Free Press Marathon and snow skiing. Some of her other leisure activities include traveling and swimming.

Taryn Asher No Wedding Ring/ Is Taryn Asher Still Married To Jason Carr?

Yes, Asher and Jason are still married as of 2025. This is verified by recent social media posts from both of them that mention their family and marriage, including Jason congratulating her on winning Emmy awards in June 2024. Rumors about their separation surfaced after she was spotted not wearing her wedding ring on-air for a period, which led to public speculation about her marriage to Jason. There has been no official statement from Asher or Carr to confirm or deny any marital problems.

Taryn Asher Net Worth

Asher the American sportscaster has an estimated net worth of $$1 Million – $5 Million.

Taryn Asher Salary

Asher receives an annual salary of $40,000 – $ 110,500 from her successful reporting career with FOX 2 Detroit.

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