Catherine Liggins Hughes is an American business executive best known for playing Host in The Cathy Hughes Show.
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10 Quick Facts About Catherine Liggins Hughes
- Full Name: Catherine Liggins Hughes
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Businessperson
- Known For: The television show The Cathy Hughes Show
- Current Role: Founder and chairperson
- Current Employer: Urban One
- Date of Birth: April 22, 1947
- Age: 79 years old
- 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' career includes business leadership roles with Urban One (Radio One), a radio network and WHUR-FM.
Rise to Fame
Catherine Liggins Hughes rose to prominence for her role on the television show The Cathy Hughes Show.
Notable Works
- TV Show: The Cathy Hughes Show (Host) — TV One talk show
Awards & Achievements
- Inductee — National Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame
Catherine Liggins Hughes Net Worth
Catherine Liggins Hughes's net worth is estimated to be between $460,000,000. 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, 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.
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: 79
- Birthday: April 22
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus
- Place of Birth: Omaha, Nebraska
Measurements
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Black
Family & Relationships
- Father: William Alfred Woods
- Mother: Helen Jones Woods
- Marital Status: Divorced
- Children: Alfred Liggins III
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $83,000–$688,000 (Estimated range)
- Net Worth: $460,000,000
- Source of Income: Employment or business activity; ownership requires separate evidence
Related Biographies
- Alfred Liggins III (Child • Son and CEO of Urban One)
