Age, Biography and Wiki

Michael Hodgman (William Michael Hodgman) was born on 16 November, 1938 in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, is an Australian politician (16 November 1938 – 19 June 2013). Discover Michael Hodgman's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 74 years old?

Popular As William Michael Hodgman
Occupation Politician, lawyer
Age 74 years old
Zodiac Sign Scorpio
Born 16 November, 1938
Birthday 16 November
Birthplace Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
Date of death 19 June, 2013
Died Place Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
Nationality Australia

We recommend you to check the complete list of Famous People born on 16 November. He is a member of famous politician with the age 74 years old group.

Michael Hodgman Height, Weight & Measurements

At 74 years old, Michael Hodgman height not available right now. We will update Michael Hodgman's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.

Physical Status
Height Not Available
Weight Not Available
Body Measurements Not Available
Eye Color Not Available
Hair Color Not Available

Who Is Michael Hodgman's Wife?

His wife is Marian Hodgman

Family
Parents Not Available
Wife Marian Hodgman
Sibling Not Available
Children Angela, Victoria and Will Hodgman

Michael Hodgman Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Michael Hodgman worth at the age of 74 years old? Michael Hodgman’s income source is mostly from being a successful politician. He is from Australia. We have estimated Michael Hodgman's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
Salary in 2024 Under Review
Net Worth in 2023 Pending
Salary in 2023 Under Review
House Not Available
Cars Not Available
Source of Income politician

Michael Hodgman Social Network

Instagram
Linkedin
Twitter
Facebook
Wikipedia
Imdb

Timeline

1938

William Michael Hodgman AM QC (16 November 1938 – 19 June 2013) was an Australian politician and lawyer.

Michael Hodgman was born at Hobart, Tasmania, in 1938.

1962

He was educated at The Hutchins School and the University of Tasmania, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Laws degree in 1962.

Whilst at university, Hodgman served as vice president of the Tasmania University Law Society and editor of the university newspaper Togatus.

After graduation, Hodgman was admitted to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Tasmania and served as associate to the Rt Hon. Sir Victor Windeyer of the High Court of Australia from 1962 to 1963.

1965

He then worked as a Legal Officer for Hydro Tasmania from 1965 to 1966.

1966

He was active in both state and federal politics, serving in the Tasmanian Legislative Council (1966–1974), Australian House of Representatives (1975–1987), and Tasmanian House of Assembly (1992–1998, 2002–2010).

Hodgman first entered politics in 1966 as member for the Tasmanian Legislative Council seat of Huon.

1969

He was a committee member of the Tasmanian Bar Council from 1969 to 1974, including a period as vice president from 1972 to 1973.

1974

He held this position until 1974 when he stood down to run for the Federal electorate of Denison.

1975

He was unsuccessful, but won the seat at his second attempt at the 1975 election, and held the seat until 1987, when he was defeated by Duncan Kerr from the Australian Labor Party.

1980

He was a member of the Liberal Party and served as Minister for the Capital Territory in the Fraser government from 1980 to 1983.

He served as Minister for the Capital Territory and Minister Assisting the Minister for Industry and Commerce in the Fraser government from 1980 to 1983.

1984

He was appointed Queen's Counsel in 1984.

Throughout his career, Hodgman largely specialised in criminal law, and represented a number of high-profile clients, including Mark "Chopper" Read.

1992

In 1992 Hodgman returned to state politics in the lower house electorate of Denison, which he held until defeated in 1998, when the size of parliament was reduced from 35 to 25 members.

2001

He regained the position in 2001 after a recount of votes due to the retirement of Ray Groom.

2002

In the 2002 state election he retained his seat, at the expense of his colleague and leader Bob Cheek.

Hodgman was well known for his strong support for retaining Australia's Constitutional monarchy.

He enjoyed wide name-recognition in Hobart; mainly due to his long political career.

His son, Will Hodgman, was elected to the House of Assembly in 2002 from the neighbouring seat of Franklin, and was Premier of Tasmania from 2014 to 2020.

2003

His wife died in 2003.

2006

After Michael's final election to the House of Assembly in 2006, he was in the partyroom meeting that saw Will elected unopposed as the new Liberal leader.

2007

He achieved further fame in 2007 when, during a speech, he rallied fellow party members to give "the Labor party one right up the bracket".

On the popular Get This radio show, the team had a featured segment using the soundbite "one right up the bracket", in which callers air their grievances.

2009

On 19 November 2009 Hodgman announced he would not be contesting the 2010 state election.

In his farewell speech he spoke briefly about his political career including electorates represented, ministerial offices held, opposition to the invasion of East Timor and flooding of Lake Pedder.

2013

He died in a nursing home in Hobart in 2013.

He had terminal emphysema and Alzheimer's disease.

2020

His son Will Hodgman was Premier of Tasmania for 6 years, until his resignation in January 2020.