Sammy Hagar

Date of Birth: October 13, 1947

Zodiac Sign: Libra

Biography

Sammy Hagar, born Samuel Roy Hagar, is an American rock vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter. He was born on October 13, 1947, in Salinas, California. Hagar first gained fame in the 1970s as a member of the hard rock band Montrose, and later as a successful solo artist with hits like “I Can’t Drive 55”. His career reached new heights when he became the lead vocalist for the iconic rock band Van Halen, following the departure of David Lee Roth in 1985. With Van Halen, Hagar contributed to four multi-platinum albums, solidifying his reputation as a rock legend. After his tenure with Van Halen, he continued his solo career and formed the supergroup Chickenfoot. Besides his musical endeavors, Hagar is a successful entrepreneur, known for his Cabo Wabo Tequila brand and chain of restaurants.

5 Interesting Facts about Sammy Hagar

1. Sammy Hagar joined Van Halen in 1985 and was part of the band until 1996, and then briefly reunited with them in the early 2000s.

2. He founded the Cabo Wabo Tequila brand in the late 1990s, which he later sold for a substantial profit.

3. Hagar is often nicknamed “The Red Rocker” due to his preference for the color red and his energetic performance style.

4. He has released over 20 albums throughout his career, both as a solo artist and with bands.

5. Sammy Hagar was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Van Halen in 2007.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Sammy Hagar

1. “Every year on your birthday, you get a chance to start new.”

2. “Music is what I do; my band is what I have; this is what I love.”

3. “If you make something good, eventually the audience will find it.”

4. “Being successful is something that’s happened to me in my life, but that’s not who I am.”

5. “I like to dream big and then put everything I have into making that dream a reality.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Sammy Hagar’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $150 million.

Children

Sammy Hagar has four children. His first two children, Aaron and Andrew, are from his first marriage to Betsy Berardi. He has two more children, Kama and Samantha, with his current wife, Kari Hagar.