Matt Yocum Biography
Matt Yocum, born Matthew “Matt” Yocum is an American reporter in motorsports who is currently working for FOX Sports NASCAR. Matt has worked for several other reputed organizations including The Nashville Network(TNN), ESPN, TNT, and NBC.
Yocum, an original member of the FOX NASCAR on-air team since its 2001 debut, returned as a pit reporter in 2018 for his 18th consecutive season. He also serves as a reporter for NASCAR RACEDAY, FS1’s prerace show covering the MONSTER ENERGY NASCAR CUP SERIES, during the FOX portion of the season. In 2019, Yocum marks his 19th consecutive DAYTONA 500 covering pit road for the live TV coverage of the “Great American Race,” a NASCAR broadcasting record on pit road. He also co-hosts “Happy Hours” with former champion Kevin Harvick on SiriusXM NASCAR Radio (Tuesdays 7-9 PM ET).
Matt Yocum Age
Yocum is 52 years old as of 2020, he was born on April 8, 1968, in the United States of America. Matt is an American by nationality and holds white ethnicity. He currently resides in Huntersville, North Carolina. He celebrates his birthday on April 8 every year and his birth sign is Aries.
Matt Yocum Height
Yocum stands at an average height and has moderate weight. He appears to be quite tall in stature if his photos, relative to his surroundings, are anything to go by. However, details regarding his actual height and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We are keeping tabs and will update this information once it is out.
Matt Yocum Family
His mother, Mary Yocum, worked in racing and Matt tagged along as a youngster, charming the likes of Richard Petty, Cale Yarborough, Bobby Allison, and actor James Garner. Matt grew up in racing. His mother worked in the sport for 35 years in marketing. Richard Petty has been a family friend almost his entire life.
Matt Yocum Wife
Matt is married to his wife Ingrid Bendezu since the early 2000s. The couple got engaged on Nov 29th, 2001 in New York City on a carriage ride through Central Park after dinner at Tavern on the Green. Initially, the couple planned to get married on January 25, 2003 but was later postponed.
But the details regarding his wedding and also about his wife/girlfriend is not available on media. The famous sports reporter has a daughter named Madison. Matt currently resides in Huntersville, North Carolina with his family.
Matt Yocum Daughter
Yocum has a daughter named Madison. Her date of birth is not known to the public.
Matt Yocum Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Matt Yocum.
Matt Yocum Bio and Wiki
- Full Names: Matthew Yocum
- Gender: Male
- Profession: Reporter
- Nationality: American
- Race/ Ethnicity: White
- Religion: Not Known
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
Matt Yocum Birthday
- Age: 52 years (2020)
- Zodiac Sign: Aries
- Date of Birth: April 8, 1968
- Place of Birth: United States of America
- Birthday: April 8
Matt Yocum Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: To be updated
- Height: Average
- Weight: Moderate
- Hair Colour: Brown
Matt Yocum Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Yocum
- Mother (Mom): Mary Yocum
- Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): To be updated
- Marital Status: Married
- Wife: Ingrid Bendezu
- Children: Madison
Matt Yocum Net Worth and Salary
- Net Worth: $1.5 million dollars (approx. 2020)
- Salary: To be updated
- Source of Income: Media
Yocum’s House and Cars
- Place of living: US
- Cars: Car Brand to be Updated
Matt Yocum Education
Matt went to Seabreeze High School, graduating in 1986 before heading to Florida State. Yocum graduated from Florida State University in 1991 with a degree in Political Science and Communications. After graduating from FSU, Matt worked for WESH, an Orlando TV station.
Matt Yocum Career
Yocum’s TV career began in 1992 as a sports reporter, producer and anchor at NBC affiliates in Orlando, Fla., and Bristol, Tenn. Along with the FOX family of networks, the Ormond Beach, Fla., native also has covered pit road for TNN, SPEED, SPEEDVISION, TBS, TNT, ESPN, ABC, NBC and HBO Pay-Per-View.
Between 1995 and 1998, Yocum worked as a pit reporter for TNN’s MONSTER ENERGY NASCAR CUP SERIES, NASCAR XFINITY SERIES, NASCAR GANDER OUTDOORS TRUCK SERIES and touring series race broadcasts before moving to ESPN in 1999 and then on to his current role with FOX Sports in 2001.
Yocum also hosted the HBO PPV celebrity charity racing event, “The Prelude to the Dream,” at Eldora Speedway from 2007 through 2012. In 2007, he continued to broaden his media platform by co-hosting one of the most popular shows on SiriusXM Radio, Tony Stewart Live, and “The Stewie Awards,” which aired throughout the NASCAR season with co-host and three-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Tony Stewart.
Matt Yocum Awards
Yocum’s award-winning interviewing skills have been recognized throughout his career. He has won two Associated Press Sports Feature Awards for NASCAR coverage. In addition, he was awarded Telly Awards for his pit reporting at the NASCAR All-Star Race and the NASCAR documentary NASCAR’S Greatest Drivers, along with the 2008 Chili Bowl Nationals HBO PPV midget car race. In 2009, he earned two National Motorsports Press Association (NMPA) Awards for features on Hall of Fame driver Fred Lorenzen and a Father’s Day feature highlighting Ken and David Ragan, and for a Father’s Day feature on Erik and Dave Jones’ vintage Corvette. Yocum also won a 2017 Cynopsis Sports Media Award for Best Radio Program for “Happy Hours,” which he co-hosts with Harvick.
Matt Yocum Net Worth
Yocum has an estimated net worth of $1.5 million. This includes his assets, money and income. His primary source of income is his career as a Sportscaster. Through his various sources of income, Matt has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
Matt Yocum Salary
Yocum receives an annual salary of $75,000 from his successful reporting career with FOX Sports NASCAR.
Frequently Asked Questions About Matt Yocum
Who is Matt Yocum?
Yocum, born Matthew “Matt” Yocum is an American reporter in motorsports who is currently working for FOX Sports NASCAR.
How old is Matt Yocum?
Yocum is 52 years old as of 2020, he was born on April 8, 1968, in the United States of America.
How tall is Matt Yocum?
Yocum stands at an average height and has moderate weight. He appears to be quite tall in stature if his photos, relative to his surroundings, are anything to go by.
Is Matt Yocum married?
Matt is married to his wife Ingrid Bendezu since the early 2000s. The couple got engaged on Nov 29th, 2001 in New York City on a carriage ride through Central Park.
How much is Matt Yocum worth?
Yocum has an estimated net worth of $1.5 million. This includes his assets, money and income.
Where does Matt live?
Matt currently resides in the United States. He has not shared his precise location of residence. We will immediately update this information if we get the location and images of his house.
Is Yocum dead or alive?
Matt is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.
Yocum’s Social Media Contacts
- YouTube