Erin O'Hearn
Among the highlights of her time with 6ABC was traveling to Egypt to prepare for the King Tut exhibit at the Franklin Institute. She also visited Los Angeles several times to cover the lighter side of news with updates on Dancing with the Stars and other ABC shows. In 2016, Erin was the only on-air journalist to go live from St. Charles Borromeo Seminary, as Pope Francis delivered a mass and was serenaded before his departure from Philadelphia.
Before arriving in the city of Brotherly Love, she worked for 6abc's sister station, WTVD, the ABC-owned station in Durham, North Carolina. There, she covered everything from breaking news to UNC pep rallies, to hurricanes ripping through the Tar Heel State.
Erin also has a strong background covering politics, as she began her broadcasting career at Capital News 9 in her hometown of Albany, New York. Before diving into news, Erin spent time producing episodes of an MTV documentary called True Life. While working for MTV, Erin spent most of her time in New York City, but also traveled all over the country, following teens and young adults as they grappled with issues like bipolar disorder and drug addiction.
Erin graduated from Cornell University with a Bachelor of Science. She was a member of Pi Beta Phi Sorority and the Ivory Tower Honor Society. Erin serves on the board of Montgomery Child Advocacy Project. She also donates her time to the foundation, Help Us Adopt. Erin enjoys yoga, running and traveling, but her true joy comes from spending time with her husband and three amazing children who love playing soccer, lacrosse and basketball and cheering on the Philadelphia 76ers and the Eagles.
Erin's Stories
Teen brings gift of books to Camden, New Jersey school
A local teen is on a mission to bring books to children all over the area. Now, she has a new set of wheels to help her get it done.
FYI Philly: Fresh fashion and furniture trends
Spring has arrived, and this year the style experts at Philadelphia Magazine say citrus packs a real punch and bright primary colors are definitely on trend when it comes to both fashion and home décor.
Young lacrosse star balances Type 1 diabetes with his sport
Managing type 1 diabetes can be challenging for both a child and family. Add in sports, and the balancing act gets more complicated.
FYI Philly: Pull up a seat At The table
Erin O'Hearn introduces us to At the Table, a new BYO in Wayne, Pennsylvania. It's an intimate experience driven by passionate owners and a thoughtful menu.
FYI Philly: Not your typical backyard feast
For a taste of new American, Erin O'Hearn headed to a new spot in Conshohocken: Jasper's Backyard, where you can dine in or out, and they specialize in all-day offerings for all appetites.
FYI Philly: New distillery alert
Philadelphia Distilling has settled in a new home in Fishtown. Erin O'Hearn takes us for a tour of the expanded space.
FYI Philly: A break for brunch
Brunch is fast-becoming a Philadelphia favorite, and restaurants are responding by upping their game. Erin O'Hearn rounded up some newcomers bringing some flare to midday fare.
FYI Philly: Don't throw away your shot to see Hamilton in Philly
The Kimmel released its new Broadway Philadelphia season. It's 12 blockbuster hits that, together, have earned 31 Tony Awards. Erin O'Hearn has a sneak peek, plus how you can snag tickets to "Hamilton" in Philly.
FYI Philly: Fitness finds for spring
If you want to add something new to your workout this spring we've got two fitness finds for you. Ali Gorman has a high intensity workout and Erin O'Hearn tried a new recovery session that combines yoga and cupping.
FYI Philly: Making waves at water barre
Erin O'Hearn is making waves at the Rittenhouse Spa and Club's new aquatic fitness class, water barre. The ballet-inspired class incorporates the properties of water along with aerobics, boxing and dance.
