Roger Hedgecock

Roger Hedgecock is a politician and radio broadcaster from the United States. From May 1983 to December 1985, Roger was the mayor of San Diego, California. He currently hosts a Radio America syndicated show.

What is the Net Worth of Roger Hedgecock?

Roger’s net worth is estimated to be $200,000. He makes between $24k and $86k per year as a radio host in the United States. In Julian, California, a mountain town east of San Diego, Roger Hedgecock runs a 10-acre apple orchard.

Early Life and Education

Roger Allan Hedgecock was born in Compton, California, on May 2, 1946. Roger’s family relocated to San Diego’s Loma Portal neighborhood. His father became unwell and was unable to work as a result. His family suffered as a result of this. In his youth, he worked in a variety of jobs.

He went to St. Augustine High School, which is Roman Catholic. After that, he graduated from the University of California, Santa Barbara, with a bachelor’s degree in 1968. He earned his Juris Doctor from the University of California Hastings College of the Law in 1971. In 1974, he practiced law and was appointed as the city attorney of Del Mar, California.

Professional Life and Career

Career in Politics

He got involved in politics at a young age, volunteering for US Senator Barry Goldwater’s presidential campaign in 1964. He was a member of the San Diego County Board of Supervisors from 1976 until 1983. Similarly, he was elected Mayor of San Diego in 1983.

Roger Hedgecock picks new career: apple grower - The San Diego Union-Tribune
Roger Hedgecock picks new career: apple grower. (Source: The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Radio and television

He began working on the talk show on San Diego’s AM 1130 KSDO when his political career ended. From 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., his first show aired. He began hosting a nationally syndicated radio talk show on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 12 p.m. in November 2007. Roger left KOGO, the local flagship station, in November 2011 and moved to AM 760 KFMB, a new flagship home radio station. He appeared on The Rush Limbaugh Show as a guest host on occasion. He was a guest on Bill Maher’s Real Time with Bill Maher.

The Roger Hedgecock Show returns - The San Diego Union-Tribune
The Roger Hedgecock Show returns (Source: The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Controversy

When he invited white nationalists and other radicals to an anti-immigrant symposium, he sparked a stir. In 2008, he also invited Peter Brimelow to his radio show. He was chastised as a result of it.

Illegal Campaign Contributions

He was charged with felony in 1985 for obtaining more than $350,000 in unlawful campaign money.

Relationship Facts

  • Roger Hedgecock is married to Cindy Hedgecock.
  • He is father of Two.
  • Roger Hedgecock is not having an affair with anyone presently.
  • His sexual orientation is straight.

Quick Facts of Roger Hedgecock

Age: 75 years 8 months
Birth Date: May 02, 1946
Horoscope (Sunshine): Taurus
Full Name: Roger Hedgecock
Birth Place: Compton, California, U.S.
Net Worth: $200 k US
Salary: $24k – $86k US
Ethnicity: Caucasian
Nationality: American
Profession: Radio Host, Politician
Father’s Name: Les Hedgecock
Mother’s Name: Rosalie Clifton Hill
Education: University of California, Santa Barbara
Hair Color: Light
Eye Color: Dark
Lucky Number: 7
Lucky Stone: Emerald
Lucky Color: Green
Best Match for Marriage: Virgo, Cancer, Capricorn
Last Update: January, 2022