Liza Powel O'Brien, the wife of comedian and television host Conan O'Brien, is a professional advertising executive and copywriter. She was born and raised on Bainbridge Island in Washington State. Liza earned her bachelor's degree from Vassar College and later pursued a Master of Fine Arts in Fiction Writing at Columbia University.
Liza first met Conan O'Brien in 2000 when she appeared on his show, Late Night with Conan O'Brien, in her capacity as a representative of an advertising agency working on a commercial parody. The two developed a relationship soon after and married in January 2002 in her hometown of Seattle. Following their wedding, the couple settled in Los Angeles, though they maintain residences in other states including Massachusetts and Connecticut.
Liza Powel O'Brien built a respectable career in advertising prior to her rise in public attention. As a copywriter and creative executive, she worked for the advertising agency Foote, Cone & Belding. Her professional background highlights her skills in marketing and branding, setting her apart with a strong individual identity beyond her relationship with a celebrity.
Liza and Conan O’Brien are the parents of two children. Their daughter, Neve, was born in 2003, followed by their son, Beckett, born in 2005. The family has maintained a relatively private personal life, with Liza often keeping a low profile despite her increased visibility due to her husband's fame.
