Former Lead Singer, Van Halen
Sammy Hagar: Biography at a Glance
- Former lead singer of Van Halen
- Rock and Roll Hall of Famer
- Author of The New York Times best-seller “Red: My Uncensored Life in Rock”
- Founder of Cabo Wabo Cantina, a bar and restaurant with locations in Cabo, Las Vegas, Lake Tahoe and Hollywood
- Donates profits from his restaurant, Sammy’s Beach Bar and Grill, to local children’s charities
Biography
Sammy Hagar is the multi-platinum recording artist known as the Red Rocker, lead singer of hard rock legendary group Van Halen and respected member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Throughout his career he also evolved into the entrepreneurial mastermind behind the Cabo Wabo Tequila brand, a bar and restaurant owner and philanthropist. He continues to rock as an artist and businessman as part of the super group Chickenfoot and with the launch of Sammy’s Beach Bar Rum.
Hagar burst onto the music scene as the lead singer of Montrose, but was truly established as a rock presence when he embarked upon a solo career as a songwriter and vocalist in the mid-70s. He enjoyed immediate success with albums such as Nine on a Ten Scale and hits like “Red,” which led to the creation of his persona as “The Red Rocker.” Perhaps best known in his solo career for the wildly popular single “I Can’t Drive 55,” Hagar had his first Billboard #1 record in 1987 with “Give to Live.”
Following his prolific solo run, Hagar joined Van Halen in 1985. As their front man on four consecutive multi-platinum #1 albums - 5150, OU812, For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge and Balance - he steered Van Halen to unprecedented popularity before the band broke up in the mid-nineties. In 2004, he returned to Van Halen for the critically acclaimed sold-out reunion tour.
Today, Hager rocks with Chickenfoot, made up of Joe Satriani, Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony and Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer, Chad Smith.
Hagar’s business ventures began when he found his first home away from home in Los Cabos, Mexico, where he opened the tourist and local destination staple, Cabo Wabo Cantina. The franchise has since expanded to locations in Las Vegas, Lake Tahoe and Hollywood. It was at the flagship Cantina that he was inspired to create Cabo Wabo Tequila. After overseeing its development from conception to current position as a global brand, he sold Cabo Wabo Tequila in 2007, but maintains an interest in it today. With the recent imagination of Sammy’s Beach Bar Rum, Hagar continues to build on his success in the spirit industry. Conceptualized and produced in his second home away from home, Hawaii, the world class Sammy’s Beach Bar Rum is quickly following the success of Cabo Wabo Tequila.
From very early in his career, Hagar has been a philanthropist – from donating to local food banks in every city he plays to founding charities. In 2009, he embarked upon a joint business and philanthropic venture with Sammy’s Beach Bar and Grill, donating all profits of the two current locations to local children’s charities.
In 2011, Hagar released his highly anticipated autobiography, Red: My Uncensored Life in Rock, which reached #1 on The New York Times bestseller list.
When not continuing to build upon his success in music, business and philanthropy, his #1 priority to be a great father to his children and husband to his wife, Kari.
He currently splits his time between Marin, California and Cabo San Lucas.
FAQs
How do I book Sammy Hagar for my event?
Contact CAA Speakers at (424) 288-2898 or speakers@caa.com to book Sammy Hagar to speak at corporate or private events, keynote speeches, speaking engagements, workshops, fireside chats, motivational speaking, or virtual appearances.
Quick booking process- Email CAA Speakers with event details
- Get availability confirmation within 24 hours
- Review speaking fee and contract terms
- Sign agreement and finalize logistics
As one of the most influential talent agencies in the world, CAA handles all speaking engagements from contract to event day coordination.
Who is Sammy Hagar's booking agent?
CAA Speakers is the preferred booking agency to contact for Sammy Hagar’s speaking engagements. Contact speakers@caa.com for all Sammy Hagar in-person appearances and keynote speaking requests.
Contact Sammy Hagar's agent- Email: speakers@caa.com
- Website: caa.com/caaspeakers
- Response: Within 24 hours
CAA Speakers can check Sammy Hagar's speaking calendar with direct access to availability and official pricing. While many websites may list Sammy Hagar, CAA Speakers is the direct source for authentic information about availability and pricing.
What is Sammy Hagar's speaking fee?
Sammy Hagar's speaking fee varies by event type, location, and requirements. As a top keynote speaker, Sammy Hagar's fee reflects their expertise and market demand.
Speaking fee factors:- Event type and audience size
- Travel distance and logistics
- Presentation length and customization
- Virtual vs. in-person delivery
Additional costs: Travel, accommodation, A/V requirements, and optional meet-and-greets.
Contact CAA Speakers at speakers@caa.com for Sammy Hagar's current speaking fee and detailed cost breakdown.
How much does it cost to book Sammy Hagar as a keynote speaker?
The cost to book Sammy Hagar as keynote speaker includes their speaking fee plus travel and logistics expenses.
Total booking cost includes:- Sammy Hagar's keynote speaking fee
- Travel and accommodation
- Technical requirements and A/V setup
- Optional add-ons like book signing and meet & greets
- Virtual presentations
- Local/regional events
- Off-peak booking periods
- Flexible event dates
Email speakers@caa.com for Sammy Hagar's exact booking cost and customized pricing proposal.
How to contact Sammy Hagar for speaking engagements?
Contact CAA Speakers at speakers@caa.com for all Sammy Hagar speaking engagements.
Official contact for Sammy Hagar bookings:- Email: speakers@caa.com
- Website: https://www.caa.com/caaspeakers/sammy-hagar
- Response time: 24 hours
Include your event date, location, audience size, and budget when contacting CAA about booking Sammy Hagar.
Is Sammy Hagar available for virtual speaking events?
Yes, Sammy Hagar speaks at virtual events with professional-grade equipment and interactive presentation style.
Sammy Hagar's virtual event options:- Live virtual keynotes with Q&A
- Interactive workshops and breakouts
- Hybrid events (in-person + virtual)
- Pre-recorded presentations
Virtual events offer global reach, flexible scheduling, and reduced travel costs while maintaining Sammy Hagar's engaging presentation quality.
Contact CAA Speakers for Sammy Hagar's virtual event availability and technical specifications.
What events can I book Sammy Hagar for?
Book Sammy Hagar for corporate conferences, industry events, private functions, and virtual presentations. Sammy Hagar customizes content for any audience size or event type.
Event types:- Corporate meetings and conferences
- Industry summits and trade shows
- Private executive retreats
- Educational institution events
- Virtual and hybrid conferences
Sammy Hagar engages audiences from private executive meetings to large conferences with thousands of attendees.
Contact CAA Speakers to discuss how Sammy Hagar can customize their presentation for your specific event.
Sammy Hagar booking information and availability
Check Sammy Hagar's speaking availability through CAA Speakers at speakers@caa.com. Book 3-6 months in advance for best date selection during peak seasons (September-November, March-May).
Availability factors:- Event date and location
- Speaking fee and budget
- Lead time for booking
- Peak conference seasons
- 3-6 months: Best availability
- 3-6 months: Best availability
- 2-3 months: Good availability
- 1-2 months: Select availability
- Under 30 days: Limited availability
Contact CAA early in your planning process to secure Sammy Hagar for your preferred event date.
Book Sammy Hagar keynote speaker through CAA
Book Sammy Hagar through CAA Speakers for guaranteed authentic representation and professional event coordination. CAA is the preferred booking agent for Sammy Hagar, with direct access to their speaking availability and decades of experience representing the world’s top keynote speakers.
CAA booking advantages:- Direct access to Sammy Hagar's calendar
- 24-hour availability confirmations
- Professional contract negotiation
- Full logistics coordination
- Industry-leading client service
Trusted by Fortune 500 companies for their most important speaking engagements. Contact speakers@caa.com to book Sammy Hagar for your next event.
Will Sammy Hagar speak at private events?
Yes, Sammy Hagar speaks at private corporate events, executive retreats, board meetings, and exclusive functions.
Private event types:- Executive retreats and board presentations
- Client entertainment and VIP gatherings
- Corporate celebrations and award ceremonies
- Private dinners and exclusive functions
Private event benefits: Customized content, enhanced interaction, complete confidentiality, and flexible scheduling.
Contact CAA Speakers for Sammy Hagar's private event availability and confidential pricing proposals.
How quickly will I get a response about booking Sammy Hagar?
CAA Speakers responds to Sammy Hagar booking inquiries within 24 hours during business days. Complex requests or international events may take up to 48 hours for detailed proposals.
Response timeline:- Initial acknowledgment: Within 24 hours
- Availability confirmation: 24-48 hours
- Detailed pricing proposal: 48-72 hours
- Urgent requests: Same-day priority response
Include complete event details (date, location, audience size, budget) for fastest response times.
How far in advance should I book Sammy Hagar?
Book Sammy Hagar 3-6 months in advance for best availability, especially during peak speaking seasons. Early booking ensures better date selection and rate negotiations.
Recommended booking timeline:- 3-6 months: Optimal availability and pricing
- 2-3 months: Good availability
- 1-2 months: Select availability
- Under 30 days: Limited availability
Peak seasons: September-November and March-May book fastest. Contact CAA Speakers early for priority consideration.
How do I get Sammy Hagar pricing information?
Get Sammy Hagar pricing information by contacting CAA Speakers at speakers@caa.com with your event details. Receive detailed cost breakdown within 24-48 hours with no obligation to book.
For accurate pricing, include:- Event date and location
- Audience size and type
- Event format and duration
- Budget parameters
CAA provides transparent pricing with all costs included - speaking fee, travel, accommodation, and technical requirements.