Jay Hendricks Biography
Jay Hendricks is an American Anchor and Reporter working for CBS 7 News, serving as a co-anchor from 5 to 6 p.m. and at 10 p.m. with Mary Kate Hamilton. He has been working for the station since September 2006, after working for the NBC Affiliate in Midland as an anchor and reporter for 13 years.
Jay Hendricks Age
Hendricks was born on July 1st, but has not disclosed the year in which he was born. However, he might be in his 50s, judging from his appearance. On July 1, 2022, he thanked everyone who wished him a happy birthday via a Facebook post.
Jay Hendricks Height
Hendricks stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
Jay Hendricks Family
Hendricks grew up in West Texas but has managed to keep his personal life away from the limelight; hence, he has not disclosed any details about his parents. It is also unknown if Hendricks has any siblings.
Jay Hendricks Wife
Hendricks is very private about her personal life; therefore, it is not known if he is in any relationship. He has two adult children.
Previously, he was married to Susan from November 1983 till she died in 2023. Susan passed away because of a heart attack. Her chances of having a heart attack increased because she had rheumatoid arthritis and lupus and was a smoker.
In March 2025, Hendricks worked as the volunteer chair of the 2025 Permian Basin Go Red for Women initiative, which increases awareness about women’s heart health. He did this with the hope of saving others from the grief he faced when his wife died.
Jay Hendricks Net Worth
Hendricks has an estimated net worth of between $1 million-$5 million, which he has earned through his successful career as an Anchor and Reporter.
Jay Hendricks Salary
Hendricks earns an annual salary ranging from $ 45,000 – $ 110,500.
Jay Hendricks CBS 7 News
Hendricks is working at CBS 7 News alongside other famous CBS 7 News meteorologists, anchors, and reporters including;
- Mary Kate Hamilton
- Matthew Alvarez
- Jakob Brandenburg
- Celeste Gessner
- Tom Tefertiller
- Sawyer McElroy
- Jensen Young
- Isabella Garriga
- Sierra Burnett
Jay Hendricks Education
Hendricks joined Odessa College after completing his studies at Odessa High School. He later transferred to North Texas State University.
Jay Hendricks Career
Hendricks is working for CBS 7 News, serving as a co-anchor from 5 to 6 p.m. and at 10 p.m. with Mary Kate Hamilton. He initially joined the station as the main anchor for First Alert 7.
During his career, Hendricks has received several awards, including the Associated Press Best Anchor Award in 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2012. Before his time at CBS 7 News, he worked for the NBC Affiliate in Midland as an anchor and reporter for 13 years. He also worked there as the sports director for seven and a half years.
Besides his business activities, Hendricks is known for his devotion to the community. For instance, he works as a community advisor for the Midland Junior League.
Hendricks previously worked as the president of the National Kidney Foundation Serving West Texas board and a Golf Committee co-chair. Additionally, he has worked as co-host for the Permian Basin Rehab Center Telethon and has sat on the board of Senior Link Midland.
Hendricks has also been involved with Special Olympics, winning the State Special Olympics Media Award in 1993 and 1996. In 2003, Special Olympics granted him its Community Leader Outstanding Service Award.
Hendricks joined the President’s Advisory Council for Texas Special Olympics in 2007. He received the Community Statesman Award from the Heritage of Odessa Foundation and the Texas State Teachers Association’s “School Bell Award”.
Jay Hendricks Social Media Platforms
He is active on his social media accounts and often posts on his Facebook and X(formerly known as Twitter). He has over 10K followers on Facebook and over 400K on X.