Career
He is best known for hosting the "Early Backstage" segments for Columbia Broadcasting System"s The Early Show, and is currently a reporter for Nashville"s National Broadcasting Company affiliate, WSMV-television on News & More at Midday and Better Nashville, part of the nationally syndicated Better Show. Wurtzel began his hosting career in college when he created and hosted Eastern Expedition at Eastern Connecticut State University. In 2009, Wurtzel was selected through a nationwide search to host the 3-hour Game Show Network live game show GSN Live.
Already the Audience Warm-Up and Plaza Producer for Columbia Broadcasting System"s The Early Show, this attention led Wurtzel to be named Backstage Correspondent for Columbia Broadcasting System"s Early Backstage segments.
Wurtzel is currently an entertainment/lifestyle reporter for WSMV-television in Nashville, covering both Better Nashville and News & More at Midday. Every year, Wurtzel hosts Earth Day in New York City, and produces Jenny McCarthy"s segments for American Broadcasting Company"s Dick Clark"s New Year"s Rockin" Eve.