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Suzanne Whang Biography

Birth Name:Suzanne Whang

Birth Place:Arlington, Virginia, United States

Profession Actress

Fast Facts

  • Credited for hosting the No․ 1 rated show on HGTV, "House Hunters," and its spin-off show "House Hunters International" for more than 10 years
  • After graduating as her high school’s valedictorian, she received a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Yale University and a master’s in cognitive psychology from Brown University
  • Has reversed her stage 4 breast cancer, which was diagnosed in 2006, by facing it with humor and using it as a joke in her stand-up acts
  • Graduated from the William Esper Studio acting program, becoming a stand-up comedian and TV host
  • Has guest-starred on a number shows including a memorable role on "Cold Case" in 2003, in which she portrayed a young Mrs․ Lee
  • Published her book "Suzanne Whang’s Guide to Happy Home Buying" in 2006, which provides information about the process, while adding in her sense of humor
  • In addition to taking a military boot camp training course, she has also been rock climbing all over the U․S․, and enjoys skydiving, hang gliding, and bungee jumping