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Jim Hill Biography and Wiki

Jim Hill is a former American football defensive back who played in the National Football League born on October 21, 1946, in San Antonio, Texas, the United States as James Webster Hill. Jim is now a Los Angeles-based sportscaster and currently lead sports anchor and sports director at KCBS-TV.

10 Quick Facts About Jim Hill

  1. Name: Jim Hill
  2. Age: 73 years
  3. Birthday: October 21
  4. Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
  5. Height: 6 feet 2 inches
  6. Nationality: American
  7. Occupation: Sportscaster, Sports Directors, and Former Football Defensive Back
  8. Marital Status: Single
  9. Salary: $4 million
  10. Net worth: $9 million

Jim Hill Age and Birthday

Hill was born on October 21, 1946, in San Antonio, Texas, the United States as James Webster Hill. Jim is 73 years old. He celebrates his birthday on October 21, every year.

Jim Hill Height and Weight

Jim stands at a height of 6 feet 2 inches (1.88 m) tall and he has a weight of 86 kgs (190 lbs)

Jim Hill Family

Hill was previously married to Denise Nicholas (1981 – 1984). And Erma White (m. 1965–1973).  Jim has one-child named Walter J. Hill. Jim’s brother David Hill is a former professional American football tight end in the National Football League born on 1 January 1954 (age 66 years), San Antonio, Texas, the United States as David Earl Hill.

David played for twelve seasons for the Detroit Lions and the Los Angeles Rams. David was selected to two Pro Bowls while playing for the Lions. Austin Hill is an American football wide receiver born on 17 July 1991 (age 28 years) Austin’s parent David Hill (Father).

Jim Hill Wife

Jim was a married man to his wives Denise Nicholas (1981 – 1984), and Erma White (m. 1965–1973). Jim and Erma White have one-child named Walter J. Hill.

Denise Nicholas is a retired American actress and social activist who was involved in the Civil Rights Movement born on 12 July 1944 (age 75 years), Detroit, Michigan, the United States as Donna Denise Nicholas.

Nicholas is known primarily for her role as high-school guidance counselor Liz McIntyre on the ABC comedy-drama series Room 222, as well as for her role as Councilwoman Harriet DeLong on the NBC/CBS drama series In the Heat of the Night.

Jim Hill Salary

Hill is an American sportscaster, sports director, and former professional football defensive back who has an annual salary at CBS is $4 million.

Jim Hill Net Worth

Jim is an American sportscaster, sports director, and former professional football defensive back who has a net worth of $9 million as of 2020.

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Jim Hill Measurements and Facts

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Jim Hill Bio and Wiki

  • Full Names: James Webster Hill
  • Popular As: American football player and Anchor
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation / Profession: American football player and Anchor
  • Nationality: American
  • Race / Ethnicity: To be updated
  • Religion: To be updated
  • Sexual Orientation: Straight

Jim Hill Birthday

  • Age / How Old?: 73 years old.
  • Zodiac Sign: Taurus
  • Date of Birth: October 21, 1946
  • Place of Birth: San Antonio, Texas, United States
  • Birthday: October 21, every year

Jim Hill Body Measurements

  • Height / How Tall?: 6 feet 2 inches (1.88 m) tall
  • Weight: 86 kgs (190 lbs)
  • Eye Color: To be updated
  • Hair Color: To be updated
  • Shoe Size: To be updated

Jim Hill Family and Relationship

  • Father (Dad): To be updated
  • Mother: To be updated
  • Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): To be updated
  • Marital Status: Single
  • Wife/Spouse: Not Applicable
  • Dating / Girlfriend: Single
  • Children:  Sons (Walter J. Hill)

Jim Hill Networth and Salary

  • Net Worth: $9 million as of 2020.
  • Salary: $4 million.
  • Source of Income: American football player and Anchor

Jim Hill Career

He played college football at Texas A&M University–Kingsville (formerly Texas A&I University). Prior to becoming a sportscaster, he was a football player, playing for the Green Bay Packers and San Diego Chargers. Jim has appeared as himself in movies and television shows such as Rocky III and Arli$$.

During his first season as a Green Bay Packers player in 1972, he started his broadcasting career as a contributor to the Monday and Tuesday evening newscasts of Green Bay station WBAY-TV; as the primary affiliate of the CBS-TV Network in Green Bay at the time, WBAY-TV carried most Packers games during the year 1970s. After retiring from the NFL, Jim started in 1976 at KCBS-TV (then KNXT), where he was a sports anchor for 11 years.

Jim began on the NFL on CBS in 1980 as an analyst. But in 1984, 1985, and 1992–93, Jim was the play-by-play announcer on selected games. Jim also served as Sideline Reporter for CBS Sports’s coverage of the 1984 Super Bowl. Jim left KCBS in 1987 and spent a nearly five-year stint at rival KABC-TV, where he anchored the sports segments on its 5, 6, and 11 p.m. newscasts.

Jim also worked for ABC Sports’s coverage of the 1988 Winter Olympics as a Correspondent in Calgary and as Sideline Reporter for the 1988 Super Bowl. Jim returned to KCBS in March 1992 and has remained there since. In addition to KCBS-TV duties, he files sports reports for sister station KCAL-TV. Jim is also one of the hosts for pay-per-view boxing telecasts produced by the Showtime cable network.

A popular broadcast personality in southern California for years, Jim has been active in community activities. Jim is a member of the Los Angeles Urban League’s board of directors, as well as serving on the board of directors of the Grossman Burn Center in Sherman Oaks, California. He is a spokesman for the City of Los Angeles Department of Parks as well as Recreation and is involved in developing youth outreach and fitness programs.

Jim has been honored by the Associated Press, Los Angeles Press Club, United Press International, the California Press Television and Radio Association, as well as USA Today for his outstanding work in sports reporting.

Jim was honored on May 9, 2006, with the 2,311th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Colleagues, friends, family, as well as dignitaries such as Los Angeles mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, were in attendance to honor the popular sportscaster. Mayor Villaraigosa declared May 9, the year 2006, in Los Angeles as “Jim Hill Day.” Jim later reunited with her other former co-worker including former journalist and a news anchor Ann Martin.

Jim is an avid golfer who often plays at Wilson & Harding Golf Courses at Griffith Park in Los Angeles. Jim also plays golf with Ernie Camacho. Jim was formerly married to Erma White (1965–1973). Jim has one son, Walter J. Hill, San Antonio, Texas. Jim is divorced from actress Denise Nicholas. Jim’s younger brother is former Los Angeles Rams tight end David Hill.

Frequently Asked Questions About Jim Hill

Who is Jim Hill?

Jim is an American sportscaster, sports director, and former professional football defensive back who played in the National Football League.

How old is Jim Hill?

Jim was born on October 21, 1946, in San Antonio, Texas, the United States as James Webster Hill. Jim is 73 years old.

How tall is Jim Hill?

Jim stands at a height of 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) tall.

Is Jim Hill married?

Jim was previously married to Denise Nicholas (1981 – 1984). And Erma White (m. 1965–1973). Jim and Erma White have one-child named Walter J. Hill.

How much is Jim Hill worth?

Jim has an estimated net worth of $9 million as of 2020.

How much does Jim Hill make?

Jim’s annual salary at CBS is $4 million and he has an estimated net worth of $9 million as of 2020.

Where does Jim Hill live?

Jim lives in San Antonio, Texas.

Is Jim Hill dead or alive?

Jim is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues

Where is Jim Hill Now?

Jim is an American sportscaster, sports director, and former professional football defensive back who played in the National Football League.

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