Terry Tang has been officially named the executive editor of the Los Angeles Times (@latimes), marking a significant milestone as she becomes the first woman to lead the publication in its 142-year history. Tang, who has served as the interim executive editor since late January, received strong endorsements from the Los Angeles Times' owner, Dr. Pat Soon-Shiong (@DrPatSoonShiong), and his wife, Michele. Her appointment solidifies her leadership position at the helm of the newsroom. Tang's diverse background includes work with the New York Times (@nyt), Seattle Times (@seattletimes), and academic credentials from Yale (@Yale) and NYU Law (@nyulaw). Additionally, Tang's family history of immigrating from Taiwan and her upbringing in Gardena adds to her unique perspective in leading the prestigious publication. Her achievements are celebrated by the Asian American Journalists Association (@aaja).
"[Terry] Tang is the first female editor in The Times’ 142-year history." https://t.co/Mr9mE1ADuO
The Los Angeles Times named Terry Tang as its permanent executive editor, making her the first woman to lead the paper’s newsroom. She had been the interim executive editor since January. https://t.co/bq5nqNEVDt
The Los Angeles Times promoted its interim executive editor Terry Tang to its top editor role, becoming the first woman to lead the paper. https://t.co/DEqisg5KX9
Congrats to @TangLATimes on her permanent appointment as the first woman to lead the @latimes. Terry's background includes the @nyt @seattletimes @Yale @nyulaw; she's a Gardena girl whose family immigrated from Taiwan. @aaja https://t.co/CCTZuZOvPq
The Los Angeles Times has named Terry Tang executive editor of the publication. She has led the L.A. Times newsroom since late January on an interim basis. https://t.co/LuXoOD1gIy
Terry Tang Named Executive Editor of the Los Angeles Times https://t.co/LuXoOD0IT0
L.A. Times Executive Editor Terry Tang solidifies leadership position https://t.co/RllNP6iA7C
Los Angeles Times Officially Names Terry Tang Its Executive Editor https://t.co/LxMck9frRH
It's official. L.A. Times Executive Editor Terry Tang solidifies her leadership position w/ a strong endorsement from @DrPatSoonShiong and his wife, Michele. Tang is the first female editor of @latimes in the paper's 142-year history. https://t.co/GywU0u9rNq
It's official: Terry Tang is now the executive editor of the Los Angeles Times