The Hammer | |
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Born | Matthew Wreggitt Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada |
Alma mater | Loyalist College |
Known for | Z103.5 |
Matthew Wreggitt, commonly known as The Hammer (sometimes stylized as The HammeR), is a Canadian radio personality known for his work on Z103.5.
Born in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Wreggit grew up in Brantford, Ontario and Waterford, Ontario before moving to Toronto to pursue a career in media. [1] He graduated from Loyalist College with a degree in broadcasting. [2]
He joined CIDC-FM (commonly known currently as Z103.5, and previously known as Hot103.5) in 1997 as a programming and promotions assistant. [3] He eventually became a regular radio host, becoming notable for hosting the Afternoon Drive. [4] [5] He was named the winner of the 2015 International Music Director of the Year Award. [1] In 2020, he was named the radio station's Program Director. [2]