Abigail Pesta

Journalist, Author
Fri Dec 20 2019
By   Manish

Award-winning journalist and author, Abigail Pesta are rose to fame after writing the book, How Dare the Sun Rise: Memoirs of a War Child, listed among the best books of 2017. Currently, she serves as an officer on the board of the Overseas Press Club of America.

With her outspoken personality, Pesta has won the hearts of millions. So, is she dating or she is married to someone? Let's take a glimpse of Pesta's personal life.

Early Life & Education

Abigail Pesta was born in the 1980s and raised in the United States of America. Moreover, she is of Caucasian white ethnicity and holds an American nationality.

Childhood photo of Abigail Pesta while playing with her sibling
Image: Childhood photo of Abigail Pesta while playing with her sibling. Source: Instagram

Pesta had a keen interest in reading and writing for a very long time. Later, she went to study Journalism at the University of Notre Dame. Upon graduation, she decided to get into the field of news.

Career in Journalism

Abigail Pesta Started her career as a journalist for the U.S. business-focused daily newspaper, The Wall Street Journal. Later, she became a senior journalist for the New York-based newspaper, The New York Times. Similarly, she also worked for many publications, including Cosmopolitan, Harper's Bazaar, and many others.

Photo of Abigail Pesta while interviewing the former judge of America's Got Talent, Vallonia
Picture: Abigail Pesta while interviewing the former judge of America's Got Talent, Vallonia. Source: Seymour Tribune

Pesta made her appearances in the American reality TV show, Running in Heels in 2009. Furthermore, she appeared on news TV show, Squawk on the Street. She also guests starred with Jose Diaz-Balart, and Courtney Hazlett on MSNBC Live in 2015.

As an Author

Abigail Pesta started her career with her first book, How Dare the Sun Rise in 2017. In this book, Pesta shows the phenomenal life story of Sandra Uwiringiyimana, a young woman who ran from a fiery childhood massacre in Africa.

Abigail Pesta is showing her new book, The Girls: An All-American Town, a Predatory Doctor, and the Untold Story of the Gymnasts Who Brought Him Down Abigail Pesta to her fans.
Image: Abigail Pesta is showing her new book, The Girls: An All-American Town. Source: Instagram

Recently, Pesta wrote her forthcoming book, The Girls: An All-American Town, a Predatory Doctor, and the Untold Story of the Gymnasts Who Brought Him Down Abigail Pesta in 2019.

Awards & Recognition

Abigail Pesta earned many honors for her magazine reporting. Throughout her career, she won three New York Press Club Awards, five Exceptional Merit in Media Awards, six Front Page Awards and many more.

Abigail Pesta receiving an award for her outstanding work
Snap: Abigail Pesta is receiving an award for her outstanding work. Source: Twitter

Pesta also received a National Headliner Award with Mariane Pearl as authors of the book, A Might Heart. So, her fans also known her as an adventurous journalist looking at her work.  

Husband - Jesse Pesta

Abigail Pesta is married to her spouse, Jesse Pesta. The couple is lovers from their college time and still shares their company. Upon graduation, the love birds tied the knot with the permission of their families.

However, they haven't welcomed any children in their life. But, their fans are curious to see them as married pair with their kids. So, they will surely fulfill their fans' wishes in the future.

Abigail Pesta with her husband, Jesse Pesta
Photo: Abigail Pesta with her husband, Jesse Pesta. Source: Pinterest

Recently, Pesta posted a photo on her Instagram account while spending a lovely time with her partner in the riverside. Besides, there are no rumors and controversies about her personal life and career.

Salary & Net Worth

Abigail Pesta is earning $200 Thousand to $250 Thousand as a Journalist every year. Similarly, her net value is estimated to be around $1 Million as of 2019.

Abigail Pesta is sitting on the beach while looking the beautiful scenery
Picture: Abigail Pesta is sitting on the beach while looking at the beautiful scenery. Source: Abigail Pesta - Tumblr

Having an impressive wealth, Pesta also summons a massive fortune from her other works which include books, interviews, and broadcasting. Additionally, her publications such as How Dare the Sun Rise: Memoirs of a War Child cost $7.48 in paperback, and The Girls in the hardcover edition has a price of $20.83 via Amazon.

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