HOUSTON – If you missed today’s show, Houston Life announced their new permanent co-host, Tessa Barrera.
Tessa is well-known as one of the morning radio hosts from The Rod Ryan show on 94.5 The Buzz, and for her challenges on Read My Lips with her co-hosts Alex Middleton and Chile.
To her fans, Tessa is not leaving The Rod Ryan show. After her morning radio gig, Tessa will join Derrick live on TV. Here’s what The Rod Ryan crew had to say to Tessa on her first day:
Tessa is the oldest of four siblings and comes from a close-knit family, with her mother being her biggest supporter. So thrilled to hear Tessa joined Houston Life that they had this special message for her:
Tessa moved to Houston from Corpus Christi four years ago, where she worked as the first Latina sports anchor at KZTV-10, a CBS affiliate. In the video below, you can learn more about Tessa, from her career in TV and radio to her hobbies and heartfelt moments.
Watch the whole show of Tessa’s first day in the video at the top of this article.
Big thanks to our extended Houston Life family on social media who took time to chime in and welcome Tessa! Here are just a few of the sweet comments shared:
- susiegunn6: Welcome, welcome, Tessa. Fresh new vibes, spirit and Energy. Love Houston Life 🌹💜🌹💛🌹💙
- Erin Hale: Congrats, Tessa Barrera! You are a fantastic addition to this amazing crew!
- Danny Allen: Congratulations! I was hoping HL would bring her back! The chemistry is real! Yay Tessa!!
- Sharon Gonzales: Welcome, Tessa! Your happy energy is contagious!
- Janice Green Roupe Rougeau: Love her already. Great personality.
- Natalie Ruiz: Congratulations Tessa on this new journey as Co-host .. i love Houston Life
- Laura Haggard Frank: Congratulations Tessa ! I’m so happy for you and Derrick. You guys will be great together !
- Diana Lindsey: I think Tessa is a great choice. She & Derrick have great chemistry & she has a bubbly personality. Welcome Tessa!
- Susana Tamayo: Love her!! I listen to her on the Rod Ryan show as well…she’s going to do great on Houston Life!