Lynda Baquero is a class of 1983 Cathedral alumna. She is an Emmy® Award winner and serves as NBC 4 New York’s consumer reporter. Lynda’s “Better Get Baquero” segments resolve consumer complaints and provide updates on the latest consumer alerts. "Better Get Baquero" can be seen Monday through Friday during the 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. newscasts.
Ms. Baquero’s reporting was a key component of NBC 4 New York’s award-winning COVID-19 coverage, honored in January 2021 with the prestigious Alfred I. duPont-Columbia University Award for “creat(ing) a 360 view in real-time of the coronavirus pandemic, with courageous and thorough reporting on the virus’s explosion in New York City.” The duPont has long been recognized as the broadcast, documentary, and online equivalent of the Pulitzer Prize, also awarded by Columbia University.
Ms. Baquero has received numerous awards and recognitions. She was named one of El Diario La Prensa’s “Mujeres Destacadas” (Outstanding Women) and received the Consulate General of Israel’s “Woman of Valor” award. She was honored by the New York University College of Arts and Sciences with their "Alumni Achievement" award. She received the "Excellence in English Language Media" award from the Hispanic Organization of Latin Actors.
Dedicated to helping young people achieve their potential, Ms. Baquero is on the Let’s Get Ready board of Directors. This non-profit organization serves the educational needs of New York City students. She also serves on the Byram Hills Education Foundation board, supporting students in Westchester County. She is also an active supporter of El Museo del Barrio’s arts and education programs. She serves on Cathedral High School’s Principal’s Council.
Fluent in Spanish and French, Ms. Baquero is a graduate of New York University and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Broadcast Journalism. She delivered the 2013 Commencement Address at St. Patrick’s Cathedral for her alma mater Cathedral High School.