Hal Jackson
Radio Host

Hal Jackson Net Worth

Hal Jackson was an influential radio personality born on November 3, 1915 in South Carolina. He is remembered for being the first black radio sports announcer in American history, and was the host of programs like Talk Show. He was also an announcer for Negro League Baseball games, making him an important figure in the history of sports broadcasting.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day November 3, 1915
Birth Place South Carolina
Age 105 YEARS OLD
Died On May 23, 2012 (age 96)
Birth Sign Scorpio

💰 Net worth: $600 million (2024)

About

Radio personality remembered for being the first black radio Sports announcer in American history. He was the host of programs like Talk Show and was an announcer for Negro League Baseball games.

Before Fame

He was raised in Washington, D.C. and attended Howard University.

Trivia

During his time with WBLS in New York City, he hosted the region's highest-rated show, attracting more than four million listeners nightly.

Family Life

He was married and had three children.

Associated With

He and Donnie Simpson are both black radio show hosts who broke color barriers during their careers.

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