Catherine Liggins Hughes is an American founder and chairperson best known for The Cathy Hughes Show.
10 Quick Facts About Catherine Liggins Hughes
- Full Name: Catherine Liggins Hughes
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Businessperson
- Known For: the tv show The Cathy Hughes Show
- Current Role: Founder and Chairperson
- Current Employer: Urban One
- Age: 78 years old
- Date of Birth: April 22, 1947
- Place of Birth: Omaha, Nebraska
- Marital Status: Divorced
Catherine Liggins Hughes Age
Catherine Liggins Hughes is about 79 years old as of 2026. Catherine Liggins Hughes was born in 1947.
Education
Her educational background includes studies at Creighton University and University of Nebraska at Omaha.
- Creighton University
- University of Nebraska at Omaha
Career & Work
Catherine Liggins Hughes has worked in business and technology roles.
Rise to Fame
Catherine Liggins Hughes gained widespread recognition through the television show The Cathy Hughes Show.
Notable Works
Notable works include The Cathy Hughes Show.
TV & Streaming
- TV show: The Cathy Hughes Show (Host) — TV One talk show
Awards & Achievements
- Inductee — National Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame
Catherine Liggins Hughes Salary
Catherine Liggins Hughes receives an estimated annual salary ranging between $45K – $188K. This estimate is based on typical earnings for a Businessperson in their country and may vary depending on seniority, employer, and deals.
Catherine Liggins Hughes Net Worth
Catherine Liggins Hughes's net worth is estimated to be between 460000000. This includes assets, earnings, and accumulated income, with the primary source of income being their career as a Businessperson.
Catherine Liggins Hughes Family & Relationships
Catherine Liggins Hughes is divorced. She has 1 child, including Alfred Liggins III.
- Father: William Alfred Woods
- Mother: Helen Jones Woods
- Children:
- Alfred Liggins III
Lesser Known Facts
- Cathy Hughes famously lived at her first radio station, WOL-AM, during its early struggling years to save money.
Catherine Liggins Hughes Facts
Personal Information
- Full Name: Catherine Liggins Hughes
- Popular As: Cathy Hughes
- Gender: Female
- Occupation: Businessperson
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: Black / African
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: April 22, 1947
- Age: 78
- Birthday: April 22
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus
- Place of Birth: Omaha, Nebraska
Measurements
- Height: Not publicly disclosed
- Weight: Not publicly disclosed
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Black
Family & Relationships
- Father: William Alfred Woods
- Mother: Helen Jones Woods
- Marital Status: Divorced
Net Worth & Income
- Primary Income Country: Not publicly disclosed
- Salary: $45K – $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K – $3.8M
- Source of Income: Business
Related Biographies
- Alfred Liggins III (Child • Son and CEO of Urban One)
