Paul Werdel is an American journalist and digital media professional, best known publicly as the husband of Amna Nawaz, a PBS NewsHour journalist. Werdel built his own career in journalism and digital product development, including senior roles at The New York Times. He previously worked with BBC World News, Al Jazeera English, and Talking Points Memo. A profile in The Pennsylvania Gazette identifies him as a former New York Times product director and notes that he became the primary caregiver for his and Nawaz’s two daughters.
Biography
| Field | Details |
| Full Name | Paul Werdel |
| Profession | Journalist, Digital Media Professional |
| Known For | Journalism and digital product work; husband of Amna Nawaz |
| Former Employer | The New York Times |
| Former Position | Product Director |
| Previous Organizations | BBC World News, Al Jazeera English, Talking Points Memo |
| Spouse | Amna Nawaz |
| Marriage Year | 2007 |
| Children | Two daughters |
Family Tree
| Relation | Name |
| Wife | Amna Nawaz |
| Children | Two daughters |
Career Highlights
- Worked at The New York Times, where he held digital-platform and product leadership positions, including Product Director.
- Earlier worked in journalism and editorial roles at BBC World News, Al Jazeera English, and Talking Points Memo.
- In 2018, he left his New York Times position and became the primary caregiver for his two daughters as Amna Nawaz joined PBS NewsHour.
