Alan Hunter Bio | Wiki
Alan Hunter (Full name: Alan Caldwell Hunter) is an American Video Jockey famously recognized for appearing on MTV from 1981 to 1987. Currently, he works at SiriusXM Radio’s The 80s on 8 channel, where he serves as a host.
Furthermore, Alan and his brother own a production company named Hunter Films. Alan has also hosted Looking for Stars, a reality show that aired on Starz cable television channel as well as Big 80s Weekend a series on Encore
Alan Hunter Age | Birthday
He was born on February 14, 1957, in Birmingham, Alabama, in the United States of America. Alan is 65 years old and celebrates his birthday on February 14 every year.
Alan Hunter Height
He is a man of average height. Alan stands at a height of 5 ft 8 in (approx. 1.72 m).
Alan Hunter Family
He was born and also raised in Birmingham, Alabama, in the United States of America under the loving care of his hardworking and supportive parents. Alan holds an American nationality by birth but belongs to the white ethnicity. He grew up in a family of four alongside his brother Hugh Hunter who is currently a Film producer.
Alan Hunter Wife
Alan is happily married to his beautiful and also supportive wife Elizabeth Bradley. The duo has been living under the same roof since they were wedded in 2007. Currently, the two are proud to be sharing their two sons Dylan and Lochran, and their beautiful daughter Callie. Alan, his wife, and their three adorable children currently reside in New York.
Alan Hunter Education
He attained his High School Diploma in 1975 from Mountain Brook High School and decided to further his studies hence enrolled at Millsaps College in Mississippi, where he graduated in 1979 and was rewarded with his Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology.
Alan Hunter Author
Other than his journalism career, Alan is among best-selling authors and has published over 20 books some of his most popular books include Gently does it (1955), Gently By The Shore (1956), Gently Down the Stream (1957), Gently in the Sun (1959), Landed Gently (1957), Gently Sahib (2001), Gently Floating (1963), Gently With Love (1975), Gently to a Sleep (1978), Gently where the birds are (1976) and many more.
Alan Hunter Sirius XM
Alan officially joined Sirius XM radio’s ’80s on 8 since 2004, where he co-hosted along with other surviving original MTV VJs. He goes live on air from 2 p.m to 6 p.m. Previously, Alan worked as a TV host working with Encore and Starz for their first original series Looking for Stars.
Furthermore, he also co-founded Birmingham’s Sidewalk Moving Picture Festival which was named one of the top ten “Film Festivals for the Rest of Us” by Time magazine.
Alan Hunter MTV
Alan officially joined MTV in 1981 after meeting MTV’s executive Bob Pittman at a picnic in Central Park. He was the very first Video Jockey to appear on the network and later other Vjs appeared. They included Martha Quinn, J.J. Jackson, Nina Blackwood, and Mark Goodman. He became heavily involved with MTV that he began hosting The War to Settle the Score alongside Gene Okerlund. In 1985, Alan narrated The War Continues, which promoted Wrestlemania.
As MTV become more popular as an outlet for music-related content, Alan interviewed prominent musicians and songwriters including Joey Ramone, Andy Warhol, the Cars, Boy George, Bon Jovi, Bryan Adams, Rod Stewart, Cheap Trick, Chevy Chase, and also Pee-wee Herman among others. However, after working at the station for six years Alan officially left MTV and relocated to Los Angeles, California.
Alan Hunter Salary
From his current job as a host at Sirius XM, there is no doubt that he is rewarded with a desirable amount of income. Alan’s average salary is $92,860 annually.
Alan Hunter’s Net Worth
From his career as a VJ and Television host, it is no doubt that he has successfully accumulated a decent amount of wealth over the years. Alan’s average net worth is $963,190.
How Old Is Alan Hunter
He was born to his supportive and also caring parents on February 14, 1957, in Birmingham, Alabama, in the United States of America. Therefore, Alan is 65 years old.
Is Alan Hunter Married
Yes, he is a caring and loving husband to his beautiful wife Elizabeth Bradley.