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Introduction :
- Jennifer Convy is an American TV host, designer, producer, and style expert from Los Angeles, California.
- A smart and savvy businesswoman, Jennifer comes from a long line of accomplished artists and entrepreneurs.
Personal Life, Parents and Family Details :
- Jennifer was born on October 14, 1960, to parents Bert Convy (father) and Anne Anderson (mother). She was raised in New York along with her siblings – brothers named Joshua and Jonah.
- She is the granddaughter of Bert Fleming Convy and Monica Whalen.
- Jennifer’s father Bernard Whalen Convy (1933 – 1991) was an Emmy Award-winning singer, actor, and game show host best known for his shows, Win, Lose or Draw, Tattletales, and Super Password.
- Her mother, Anne Anderson is an actress, comedy writer, and producer known for her work on Sea Hunt, True Colours, and Alfred Hitchcock Presents.
- Convy’s parents divorced in 1990, just one year before her father Bert passed away, on account of a brain tumor. Just five months before he died, Bert had married his second wife, Catherine Hills.
- Jennifer’s brother, Jonah is a set decorator and actor who has worked on the sets of The Bachelorette, Mr & Mrs. Smith, and Joe Millionaire.
- Her other brother, Joshua is an Accountant.
Education : Qualifications, High School & College Info
- Jennifer studied Theatre Arts at Arizona State University.
- She also studied Design after switching career paths in her 20s.
Career, Salary and Net Worth :
- After completing her design studies, Convy began working a variety of jobs including appearing on a series called Inntimate Escapes which aired on TLC, Discovery Channel, and the Travel Channel.
- She also appeared on HGTV’s Awesome Interiors for 10 seasons as a host and design expert.
- Convy has her own TV series on A&E Network called Find and Design in addition to being a regular host on Mail Order Make Over on the Fine Living Channel.
- She has also previously traveled to South Africa to shoot, produce and host a series called Safari Style which explored design, culture, and art around the country.
- A highly sought-after designer, Jennifer has plenty of other ventures that include appearing frequently on a show called Open House which aired on the LX-TV channel.
- She also appeared on the Tyra Banks Show as a style expert and was named the David Blaine of Makeovers for her stylish transformation and attention to detail.
- Convy also appeared on the USA Network’s Before and After Movies show as a stylist in addition to hosting several style-and-makeover segments on shows such as Woman’s Day, The Leeza Show, Q Lunch TV, and The Bob Saget Show.
- Despite being incredibly busy with her many shows, Jennifer is also creating her own decor products like Water Wraps! Go which she is making in partnership with Bed Bath & Beyond.
Interesting Facts, Height and Trivia :
- Growing up, Jennifer loved to perform and actually worked as a child dancer and actor.
- Just like her mother, she appeared in a number of drama and comedy series but as she grew older, she became more interested in design and TV hosting.
- Throughout her years as the daughter of celebrities, she has met many famous people including the late Betty White.