Kevin Matthews is an American journalist best known for playing Author for the book Broken Mary: a Journey of Hope.
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Best Known For:The book Broken Mary: A Journey of Hope
Breakthrough:Began his student radio career at WSRX in 1978
10 Quick Facts About Kevin Matthews
- Full Name: Kevin Matthews
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Radio host,radio personality,talk show host
- Known For: The book Broken Mary: A Journey of Hope
- Date of Birth: March 12, 1956
- Age: 70 years old
- Place of Birth: Midwest
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Debra Parker-Menear
- Popular As: Kevin Menear
Kevin Matthews Age
Kevin Matthews is about 70 years old as of 2026. Kevin Matthews was born in 1956.
Education
He attended Grand Valley State University.
- Grand Valley State University
Career & Work
Kevin Matthews' career includes writing and editorial roles with Broken Mary Project and WLAV-FM.
Organization: Broken Mary Project
Role: Author and Public Speaker
Period: 2016–Present
Details: United States · Writes and speaks about his religious journey and participates in faith-based presentations and outreach.
Organization: WLAV-FM
Role: Morning Radio Host
Period: 2005–Approximately 2011
Details: Grand Rapids, Michigan · Returned to West Michigan radio after his Chicago broadcasting career.
Organization: WCKG-FM
Role: Radio Host
Period: Before 2005
Details: Chicago, Illinois · Hosted talk radio before returning to Grand Rapids.
Organization: WXCD
Role: Radio Host
Period: From 1998
Details: Chicago, Illinois · Continued his comedy and talk radio career following his earlier WLUP assignments.
Organization: WLUP
Role: Radio Talk and Comedy Host
Period: From 1987
Details: Chicago, Illinois · Became a prominent Chicago radio personality through comedy, audience participation and character-driven programming.
Organization: WLAV-FM
Role: Morning Radio Host
Period: Early 1980s
Details: Grand Rapids, Michigan · Developed a popular morning radio programme before moving to larger Midwest markets.
Rise to Fame
Kevin Matthews rose to prominence for his role for the book Broken Mary: A Journey of Hope.
Notable Works
Notable media work includes Broken Mary: A Journey of Hope, Mary's Roadie: My Travels with Mary the Mother of Jesus, and Blink.
Film
- Film: Blink (Cameo Performer, 1993) — Appeared in a scene in the thriller film
Books
- Book: Broken Mary: A Journey of Hope (Author, 2016) — Memoir about his broadcasting career, personal struggles and renewed faith
- Book: Mary's Roadie: My Travels with Mary the Mother of Jesus (Author, 2024) — Book about his religious travels and presentations
Notable Coverage
- Chicago radio comedy and talk programming - WLUP and WMVP - Hosted influential Midwest radio programming and developed comic characters including Jim Shorts
- Broken Mary speaking events - Diocese of Gary - 2026 - Appeared publicly as a speaker discussing hope, faith and his personal experiences
Kevin Matthews Family & Relationships
Kevin Matthews is married to Debra Parker-Menear. He has 2 children, Trevor and Teage.
- Children:
- Trevor
- Teage
Lesser Known Facts
- His fans were known as KevHeads.
- His later books and documentary describe a profound change in his personal priorities.
- His Broken Mary speaking events continued in 2026.
- His birth name is Kevin Menear.
- His early radio success was concentrated in Grand Rapids and Chicago.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Kevin Matthews
- Popular As: Kevin Menear
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Radio host,radio personality,talk show host
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Religion: christianity
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: March 12, 1956
- Age: 70
- Birthday: March 12
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces
- Place of Birth: Midwest
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Debra Parker-Menear
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $65,000–$282,000 (Estimated range)
- Net Worth: $372,000–$5,307,000 (Estimated range)
- Source of Income: Broadcast employment and related professional work
Related Biographies
- Debra Parker-Menear (Spouse • Wife of Kevin Matthews.)
- Jonathon Brandmeier (Colleague • Chicago radio personality with whom Matthews shared professional experiences.)
- Jim Shorts (Fictional sports commentator character created and performed by Matthews.)
