Matt Siegel Biography
Born on March 27, 1950, in Spring Valley, New York, Matt Siegel is an American retired radio personality renowned for his remarkable 41-year tenure as the host of the “Matty in the Morning Show” on KISS 108 in Massachusetts, spanning from 1981 to 2022.
Matt Siegel Age and birthday
Born on March 27, 1950, in Spring Valley, New York, USA, Matt Siegel is an American personality.
M. Siegel Height and weight
Standing at a height of 1.8 metres and weighing 75 kilograms, Matt Siegel possesses light blue eyes and salt-and-pepper hair.
Siegel’s Educational background
In high school, Matt attracted attention when he auditioned to be the emcee for the school talent show.
Siegel Family
Matt Siegel has not disclosed information about his parents or siblings. Updates will be provided when more information becomes available.
Matt Siegel Marriage and children
In his personal life, Matt Siegel resides in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, alongside his wife Maryanne. The couple exchanged vows on January 8, 2013, and they are proud parents to four children: Alexandra, twins Lilly and Chloe, and Olivia. Matt Siegel’s daughter, Alexandra Siegel, has made appearances in videos on Funny or Die, had guest roles on ABC Family’s “Switched at Birth” and HBO’s “Eastbound & Down,” and has been featured in Taco Bell commercials.
On January 8, 2013, Matt shared via Twitter that his wife experienced a near-death incident after being caught in a riptide while snorkeling.
Matt Siegel Career
Matt Siegel’s journey into the realm of radio commenced in Oneonta, New York, where he held a daytime shift. He further expanded his radio experience at KWFM-FM in Tucson, AZ, a radical underground progressive rock station. Subsequently, he worked as a freelance producer and commercial voice-over announcer at Warner Bros. Records. A pivotal moment occurred during a vacation in Boston in 1977 when he filled in for Charles Laquidara at WBCN-FM, leading to a permanent role as the midday host. Here, he introduced the spoof call-in show “Dr. Matt’s Advice to the Love Lorn.”
In the summer of 1980, Siegel received an offer for the morning slot at KISS 108 FM, marking the launch of the “Matty in the Morning” show on January 12, 1981. The show quickly became a Boston institution, known for Siegel’s comedic and light-hearted approach. Notably, during times of tragedy, such as September 11th and the Boston Marathon Bombings, he played a crucial role by providing updates and a calming presence to his listeners.
On May 19, 2021, Siegel announced on air that his bosses had instructed him to refrain from discussing the news of Demi Lovato announcing their non-binary identity, resulting in an abrupt end to the broadcast. However, he returned to the show the following day. Then, on May 3, 2022, after an unexplained two-week absence, Siegel officially announced his retirement.
Beyond his radio career, Siegel has delved into live performances. In 2018, he announced a one-man comedy show at The Wilbur Theatre in Boston titled “An Evening with Matty in the Morning,” featuring stories from his childhood, career, and Q&A sessions with the audience.
Matt Siegel’s Net worth and salary
Matt earns an annual salary of around $800,000 and has a net worth of $4 million.
