Jack Hogan Bio, Parents, Wife, Children, Siblings, Net Worth
Olivia Shea
Updated on December 31, 2025
Jack Hogan Bio, Parents, Wife, Children, Siblings, Net Worth: Iconic American actor, Jack Hogan, officially known as Richard Roland Benson Jr. has passed away.
Jack Hogan died of natural causes on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at his home on Bainbridge Island, Washington, his son, West Hogan announced. He was 94.
At the time of this report, the family was planning his final funeral arrangement and the details are yet to be finalized. We will keep you updated.
Born on November 24, 1929, in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, Hogan earned his pilot’s license at the age of 16 and eventually joined the Air Force after graduation.
He also spent four years serving as a staff sergeant in Japan during the Korean War. Hogan then worked as a lifeguard at the Beverly Hills Hotel and began taking acting classes at the Pasadena Playhouse.
Hogan made his onscreen debut as an uncredited role in the 1956 film; Man From Del Rio. He guest starred in the films; Dr. Christian, The Rough Riders, Sea Hunt, Tombstone Territory, Lock Up, Bat Masterson, Lawman, 87th Precinct, and more.
He became a household name following his role as PFC William G. Kirby on the ABC TV series “Combat” and appeared in the films; “The Bonnie Parker Story”, “Paratroop Command”, “The Legend of Tom Dooley”, and “The Cat Burglar”.
Hogan’s other film credits include appearances on S.W.A.T., Hawaii Five-O, Kojak, Quincy M.E., Magnum P.I., The A-Team, and twelve (12) episodes of Jake and the Fatman.
Jack Hogan Date Of Birth
Jack Hogan was born on Sunday, November 25, 1929, and passed away on Wednesday, December 6, 2023. The “Combat” actor was 94. He studied drama at the Pasadena Playhouse and in New York
Jack Hogan Height & Weight
The late Jack Hogan stood at a height of .75 m but his weight is unknown to us as of this writing. He was an architecture student in college before joining the Air Force, where he became a staff sergeant during the Korean War
Jack Hogan Parents
Jack Hogan was born Richard Roland Benson Jr. to his parents in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States. He has been in the media spotlight following his demise. The name of his parents, age, and occupation are currently unknown to us.
Jack Hogan Wife
Presently, we do not have any information on whether Jack Hogan was engaged, married, or divorced at the time of his death.
At a point in his life, he was married to Barbara Bates. It’s unclear the date they married when they separated or divorced, and the reason for their separation or divorce.
The late actor is survived by his ex-wife Joyce Nizzari. The pair married in 1967 until they divorced in 1980. Circumstances surrounding their divorce are also unknown to us at this time.
Joyce Nizzari was born on May 20, 1940. She’s 83 years old as of December 2023. Joyce is an American model, dancer, and actress.
Jack Hogan Children
Jack Hogan leaves behind two children; a daughter called, Tehani Hogan, a son named; West Hogan, a granddaughter, Kai, and a grandson Skyler.
Presently, we do not know who the mother of the late actor’s children. Also since the Tehani and West live away from the spotlight, their date of birth, age, and occupation are unknown to us at this time.
Jack Hogan Siblings
David McKnight never shared any information regarding his siblings making it unknown to us whether or not he’s the only child of his parents. There are no records about that.
Jack Hogan Net Worth
Before Jack Hogan passed away, he had an estimated net worth of about $4 million. He accumulated such fortune from his career as an actor. In addition to acting, he was a casting director for Magnum, P.I. and operated a building business.