Conan O'Brien is one of the most famous comedians in the world and is most known for his talk show Conan on TBS. Fans might know a lot about him and his antics, but what about his wife, Liza Powel O'Brien?
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There is plenty to know about Liza aside from being the wife to a famous comedian and his number one support system. O'Brien was an advertising executive before she quit her job to become a successful playwright and screenwriter, and she and her husband have a hefty combined net worth thanks to their hard work.
10 Liza Graduated From A Prestigious University With A Degree In Fine Arts
Before Liza Powel O'Brien became a celebrity after marrying comedian Conan O'Brien, she was in school and earned her bachelor's degree at Vassar College, a liberal arts college in Dutchess County, New York. She later enrolled at Columbia University where she graduated with a degree in Fine Arts.
According to The Netline, after college, she found a job as an advertising executive for Foote, Cone & Belding.
9 Liza Powel Worked As An Advertising Executive
Her career began as a copywriter for Foote, Cone & Belding before she landed the role of advertising executive for the advertising agency.
The job actually helped her meet Conan O'Brien, and after they got married, she would leave her agency job to fulfill her dreams to become a screenwriter and playwright.
8 Liza And Conan Met During His Time On Late Night
Liza and Conan met while the comedian was filming Late Night with Conan O'Brien and Liza's advertising agency was preparing to work on a skit for the show in 2000.
Conan revealed to Piers Morgan that he fell instantly had an attraction with his now-wife when they met, stating, "Somewhere, in the vault at NBC, there's footage of me literally falling for my wife on camera."
7 They Got Hitched After 18 Months Of Dating
The couple only dated for 18 months before they decided to get hitched on January 12, 2002, in Liza's hometown of Seattle, Washington at the St. James Cathedral Church.
They are one of a few celebrity couples that have been together for quite some time, 18 years to be in fact.
6 The Couple Was Blessed With Two Children
Soon after the celeb couple said their "I Do's" they welcomed their first child, a daughter named Neve on October 14th, 2003. Their son, Beckett was born two years later on November 9th.
The comedian even shared his struggles with children's toys to People, stating, "Being a dad is the greatest, except for assembling things. I remember my father trying to tighten a bolt and hurting his fingers. That is what I'm doing now- except I break (the toy) before she even gets to play with it."
5 She Quit Her Job To Become A Screenwriter
After marrying Conan O'Brien, Liza quit her job at the advertising agency and focused on screenwriting.
Liza believed she would make better use of her creative writing skills and that she would feel more challenged if she took on a role as a screenwriter rather than work in advertising.
4 Powell Supported Conan After Dropping Out As Host Of The Tonight Show
Liza was her husband's support system when he was dropped from hosting The Tonight Show after he inherited the show from famed late-night host Jay Leno. Conan was suddenly left with no job, but his wife was there during his dark times.
She told Rolling Stone, "I hated to see him in such a state of tension and unhappiness. It was very painful for him to let go of this hallowed ground that he'd finally got a chance to stand on."
3 She Is An Accomplished Playwright
Besides her work as a screenwriter, Liza is a very successful playwright. Her plays have been shown in various theaters in New York, Los Angeles, and her hometown of Seattle.
Her website states that her plays include, The Gate, Ruthie Goes Shopping, and The Distinguished Gentleman.
2 She's Not On Any Major Social Media Platform
Fans of Conan O'Brien might not know too much about his wife because unlike the comedian, Liza does not have any social media accounts.
However, she has been seen on red carpets with her husband, including the MTV Movie Awards, Vanity Fair Oscar Party, and the Emmy Awards.
1 She Has A Net Worth Of $85 Million
As a screenwriter, playwright, and former advertising executive, Liza has worked hard to provide for her family. Everyone can guess that her husband Conan has amassed quite a fortune by being one of the most well-known and beloved comedians in the world. However, many might not know that she's a very well-off woman in her own right.
And, combining her accomplishments with her husband's talents, the couple has a net worth of a whopping $85 million, according to TV Show Stars.