Get To Know Sarah Forgany Illness, Salary, Measurements

Publish date: 2024-05-17

When Sarah Forgany disappeared from KENS 5 news in June 2023, fans were sure that something must have happened as she had been in and out of the hospital before. Later, her family revealed that the new reporter was on a ventilator!

So, what was her illness? And how much did she make as a reporter before falling ill? Find all the answers and more as this Sarah Forgany Bio proceeds.

KENS 5 Sarah Forgany Illness

Sarah Forgany faced complications during recovery from a surgery she underwent on June 5, 2023. Though her illness wasn’t revealed, her family said that she was in ICU on a ventilator.

According to the doctors, her recovery could take weeks!

“She is in good spirits and keeping the faith, but we would sincerely appreciate all your prayers and best wishes for a speedy recovery,” her family wrote on Forgany’s official Facebook page.

Prior to this, in March, Sarah shared that she underwent a medical emergency in Italy that “cut [her] vacation short.” She eventually wound up being transferred back to the U.S. for additional treatment.

“First memory of Venice, Italy … landing in the ER for several days,” she wrote in the FB post. “Unfortunately I had to cut my vacation short and fly back to the U.S. to be admitted to a hospital here. I’m thankful for the Italian hospital and doctors who got me through some dark days but I’m so glad I was able to return to the U.S. ASAP to continue my treatment here.”

In a follow-up post a few days later, the news reporter shared that she was watching the Oscars live, which was the first time she had done so in years. Being cooped up in a hospital room for days on end, though, she didn’t have much else to do.

On March 17, she was then finally discharged and sent home.

Is Sarah Forgany Still Married?

Yes, Sarah Forgany is still married to her husband Jesse Castillo, as of 2023.

Sarah and Jesse walked the aisle in January 2019 on the beach in Fort Lauderdale, Florida — just weeks after the latter surprised Sarah with a diamond ring. The duo then went on to celebrate their two-week honeymoon in beautiful destinations like Iceland, Uganda, and Rwanda.

“I always wanted a beach wedding. Fort Lauderdale had great weather and great beaches,” Sarah recalled her best day.

Two years later, the lovebirds welcomed their first child, a baby girl on May 1, 2021.

Recalling the birthing experience, Sarah wrote, “most painful & intense hours of my life…. yet most amazing, spiritual & beautiful. May 1st…  my life is just beginning.” 

Overall, Sarah was happy to have such a loving and supportive husband.

Back when the world shut down due to the COVID-19 pandemic and Sarah had to work from him, it was her husband who helped her set up her home studio to Anchor the News, even though he’s never worked a day in TV 

Also, on Valentine’s Day 2021, he took Sarah to watch her baby (in her belly) in 3D/4D.

How Old Is Sarah Forgany?

The news reporter was 41 years of age when she faced complications during recovery from surgery in 2023.

Sarah Forgany Family

Sarah Forgany comes from a close-knit family of five. Her mother is Adel Elsharkawi. Additionally, Marwa Elsharkawi and Menatalla Elsharkawi are her siblings. Sarah N Elsharkawi is her real name.

So far, Sarah has been to China, Thailand, and Cambodia with her loving dad (who was in the hospital as well).

On the other hand, the reporter often bickered with her mother who “kept it real.” But thanks to those zero-sugar-coated words, Sarah admits that she’s a better person today.

“You are my role model, the kindest soul, and I pray I’m even half the Mom you are,” Sarah dedicated an IG post to her.

Sarah has two sisters who meant the world to her. “I Love you, my sisters. My world wouldn’t be the same without you in my life EVERYDAY… on FaceTime and Zoom and all of it,” she wrote on National Siblings Day 2020.

Sarah Forgany Salary

Sarah Forgany reportedly made around $65 thousand per annum as a news reporter at KENS 5 News.

This talented reporter joined the KENS 5 News team in San Antonio, Texas, in April 2010, as a morning anchor. Over the decade she’s spent there, Sarah has had the chance to interview former President Bill Clinton and Governor Bobby Jindal and also has led coverage of the Haiti earthquake and Hurricanes Gustav and Ike.

Thanks to her hard work, Sarah even received the Associated Press award for four years!

Prior to joining the KENS, Sarah was the Weekend Anchor/Reporter at KLFY in Lafayette, Louisiana.

As for her education, Sarah graduated from the University of Houston.

How Much Is Sarah Forgany Net Worth?

By 2023, Sarah Forgany garnered a net worth of under $800 thousand.

Sarah Forgany Measurements

Sarah Forgany stands tall at a height of under 5 feet 3 inches (160 cm).

Her body measurements were 35-25-36 inches.

Related FAQs

Sarah receives her birthday wishes on January 3 and is of the Capricorn zodiac.

Sarah hails from San Antonio, Texas, where she resided even in 2023.

Find her on Instagram @sforgany and Facebook @SarahforganyKENS5.

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