For more than four decades, Sammy Hagar has been one of rock’s most dynamic frontmen, celebrated for his powerhouse vocals, chart-topping hits, and relentless drive. Born in Salinas, California in 1947 and raised in a working-class family, Hagar’s journey from buying a $39 Sears guitar to fronting bands like Montrose, Van Halen, Chickenfoot, The Circle, and The Best of All Worlds embodies pure rock ‘n’ roll determination. With over 50 million albums sold and 25 Platinum records, his anthems — from “I Can’t Drive 55” to “Right Now” — have defined generations. In 2025, he honored his late bandmate Eddie Van Halen with Encore, Thank You, Goodnight, co-written with Joe Satriani, earning critical acclaim and millions of views worldwide.

Beyond the stage, Hagar has built a lifestyle empire rooted in his love for music, food, and good times. From founding Cabo Wabo Cantina and launching Cabo Wabo Tequila (later sold in a record-breaking deal) to co-creating Santo Spirits with Guy Fieri and Sammy’s Beach Bar Rum with Rick Springfield, he helped spark the modern celebrity spirits movement. A Grammy winner, Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, and #1 New York Times bestselling author, Hagar continues to inspire through his hit shows, bestselling spirits, and philanthropic work with The Hagar Family Foundation. Yet, despite decades of fame and success, he calls being a husband and father his greatest accomplishment.

A portion of profits from the sale of Sammy Hagar's strings go to The RI Community Food Bank: The mission of the Rhode Island Community Food Bank is to improve the quality of life for all Rhode Islanders by advancing solutions to the problem of hunger. We distribute food to people in need through a statewide network of 137 member agencies providing food assistance throughout the state. See more at rifoodbank.org.