What if the person delivering your morning traffic report was also fighting a battle for her life, and using her platform to help others navigate their own? Roz Varon, the familiar face on ABC 7 Chicago, is more than just a traffic anchor; she's a beacon of hope and a powerful advocate for breast cancer awareness.
Varon's journey began in July 2006 when she received a life-altering diagnosis: stage IV metastatic breast cancer. At that time, her daughter, Sarah Janz, was only 10 years old. For Varon, a self-proclaimed "ardent pet lover, dogs in particular," her pets became even more like children, especially when her daughter was away at college. But beyond her personal life, Varons diagnosis ignited a fire in her, transforming her into a tireless advocate for cancer prevention and awareness. A survivor since 2006, she frequently appears at various breast cancer events, sharing her story and inspiring others with her motivational speaking.
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Roz Varon |
| Occupation | Traffic and Transportation Anchor/Reporter |
| Employer | ABC 7 Chicago |
| Years at ABC 7 Chicago | Since April 1989 |
| Marital Status | Married to Glen Janz |
| Children | One daughter, Sarah Janz |
| Diagnosis | Stage IV Metastatic Breast Cancer (July 2006) |
| Advocacy | Breast Cancer Prevention and Awareness |
| Estimated Net Worth | $1 million - $5 million |
| Annual Salary | Approximately $116,299 |
| Notable Achievement | First in the country to bring traffic rush hour reporting to TV morning news. |
| Daughter's Information | Sarah Janz, attended Columbia College Chicago, currently lives in New Mexico. |
| Inspiration Segment | She produced a compelling special segment called \u201c faces of inspiration \u201c, highlighting cancer survivors\u2019 extraordinary stories of courage and determination. |
| Source | ABC 7 Chicago |
Detail Author:
- Name : Ike Towne
- Username : zwunsch
- Email : hintz.margarett@yahoo.com
- Birthdate : 1976-10-28
- Address : 124 Farrell Lane Apt. 597 East Harryside, AR 74871-8450
- Phone : +1 (520) 989-8008
- Company : Thompson, McGlynn and Jacobi
- Job : Title Examiner
- Bio : Sunt ut eligendi eos. Autem ut excepturi et veritatis quo. Quos voluptatem cum rerum unde. Non quia eum quia sapiente laudantium.
Socials
linkedin:
- url : https://linkedin.com/in/abernathy1988
- username : abernathy1988
- bio : Sit vel eum amet nihil odio reiciendis et.
- followers : 2524
- following : 867
twitter:
- url : https://twitter.com/jerry_abernathy
- username : jerry_abernathy
- bio : Omnis autem et illo eum facere. Consequatur modi ut quas odio harum quos. Omnis saepe tenetur dolore et distinctio quod.
- followers : 5421
- following : 2399
facebook:
- url : https://facebook.com/jerry3646
- username : jerry3646
- bio : Consequatur suscipit laboriosam odio.
- followers : 6905
- following : 1257
