Last Updated on July 17, 2025 by Author
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Jay Hendricks Biography
Jay Hendricks is an American working in the field of journalism as a news anchor for KOSA CBS 7 from 5 to 6 p.m. and at 10 p.m. with Mary Kate Hamilton. He joined the station in September 2006 as the main anchor for First Alert 7. He previously spent thirteen years in Midland as an anchor and reporter for the NBC affiliate.
Jay Hendricks Height
Hendricks stands at a rough height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
Jay Hendricks Age
Hendricks was born on July 1st in West Texas, but has kept his year of birth away from the public. He celebrates his birthday on July 1st, as suggested by his Facebook post on July 1, 2022, captioned “I want to thank you all for taking time out of your day to wish me a Happy Birthday! It was amazing to hear from you all. I want to thank you all for taking time out of your day to wish me a Happy Birthday! It was amazing to hear from you all.”
Personal Life
Jay Hendricks Relatives and Family
Hendricks was born and raised by his parents in West Texas. His father, Chuck passed away. On June 20, 2021, he posted his father on his Facebook account and captioned “Happy Father’s Day to my dad, Chuck. We love and miss you!” However, he keeps more information regarding his family and relatives away from the public eye. However, we will update this information once it’s available to the public.
Jay Hendricks Spouse and Children
Hendricks manages to keep his relationship status private. He has two adult children, including a daughter who celebrates her birthday on June 15th. On June 15, 2022, he posted a photo of himself and his daughter, wishing her a happy birthday.
Hendricks was previously married to Susan, whom he married in November 1983. He posted a photo of them on his Facebook account on November 5, 2021, captioning “Happy Anniversary to the love of my life! 38 wonderful years. Cheers to many more. I love you.” Susan celebrated her birthday on May 27th, as suggested by his Facebook post on May 27, 2022, captioned “Happy Birthday to the love of my life Susan! I hope you have a great day “Honey!””
Is Jay Hendricks’ Wife Alive?
Hendricks’ wife, Susan, passed away in 2023 because of a heart attack. Before her death, she battled rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, an autoimmune disorder where the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissues and organs. Additionally, she was a smoker. These three factors made her susceptible to a heart attack. He learned this while attending a Laura W. Bush Institute event in fall 2024.
To commemorate his wife, he became a volunteer chair for the American Heart Association’s 2025 Permian Basin Go Red for Women initiative. The initiative is aimed at increasing awareness of cardiovascular disease in women. Since the death of his wife, he and his children have undergone testing for heart disease and make a conscious effort to spread awareness to others. He is also passionate about improving women’s heart health in the Odessa-Midland region.
Jay Hendricks Education
Hendricks received his high school diploma from Odessa High School before enrolling at Odessa College. He later studied at North Texas State University, where he received his degree.
Professional Life
Jay Hendricks Career
Hendricks serves as a news anchor for KOSA CBS 7 News’ 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. newscasts. He began working for CBS 7 in September 2006 as the primary anchor for First Alert 7. He previously spent thirteen years in Midland as an anchor and reporter for the NBC affiliate. For seven and a half years, he served as the sports director as well.
Hendricks is highly renowned for his dedication to the community, including his work as a community adviser for the Midland Junior Football Association. Moreover, he served as the past president of the board and co-chair of the golf committee for the National Kidney Foundation Serving West Texas. Also, he served as a co-host for the Permian Basin Rehab Center Telethon and was a board member for Senior Link Midland.
Hendricks has been actively involved in Special Olympics, winning the State Special Olympics Media Award in 1993 and 1996. Additionally, he was honored by Special Olympics in 2003 with the Outstanding Service from a Community Leader award.
Hendricks was named to the Texas Special Olympics President’s Advisory Council in 2007. The Heritage of Odessa Foundation honored him with the Community Statesman Award. Further, he received the “School Bell Award” from the Texas State Teachers Association.
Jay Hendricks Net Worth
Hendricks has garnered a net worth ranging from $1 million to $6 million during his successful career as a journalist.
Jay Hendricks Salary
Hendricks receives an approximate annual salary of $110, 000 as a news anchor for KOSA CBS 7.
Jay Hendricks Odessa TX
Hendricks is native to West Texas with deep roots in Odessa. An alumnus of Odessa High School and Odessa College, he is a long-time news anchor in Odessa, currently working as a news anchor for KOSA CBS 7 from 5 to 6 p.m. and at 10 p.m. with Mary Kate Hamilton. In March 2025, he worked as a volunteer chair for the American Heart Association’s 2025 Permian Basin Go Red for Women initiative.
Jay Hendricks Social Media
Hendricks has active social media platforms, i.e., Facebook and X(formerly Twitter). He has a following of 10K on Facebook and a following of 400 on X.
Jay Hendricks KOSA CBS 7
At KOSA CBS 7, Hendricks works with his fellow journalist and meteorologist;
- Mary Kate Hamilton
- Matthew Alvarez
- Eduardo Huijon Jr.
- Hannah Burbank
- Jakob Brandenburg
