Who Is Molly Yeh Husband Nick Hagen? Do they have children? Full Bio

Nick Hagen, most popularly known as Molly Yeh’s husband, is a sugar beet farmer. He and Molly live a peaceful life in the countryside with their children. If you are curious to know more about the lucky man who married Molly, you have come to the right place.

Here in this article, we are going to divulge many interesting facts in regard to Nick including what does he do for a living.

Key Takeaways:

• Nick is a fifth-generation farmer who has been farming full-time alongside his father since 2014.
• He studied music but did not pursue a career in that particular field as he was more interested in his family’s farming legacy.
• Hagen is married to Molly and the couple has two daughters together.
• He has an estimated net worth of around $800,000 which he earns from his career as a farmer.

Who Is Molly Yeh’s Husband, Nick Hagen?

Nick is both a sugar beet farmer and a devoted member of the UND’s orchestra. Born on 30th November 1987 in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, USA, he is the son of Roger and Roxanne Hagen.

While his father is also a farmer, his mom is a chef and a former East Grand Forks elementary music teacher. Roxanne is close to her daughter-in-law and generously gave her church cookbook to Molly to help her recreate dishes.

Siblings

Furthermore, Nick is blessed with a sister named Anna Sather. His sis exchanged vows with her boyfriend, Jason Sather in July 2017. From this relationship, Nich has a nephew, Cliff, born in 2018.

Nick Hagen’s Family Have Been Farmers For Five Generations

Nick’s family has a rich farming heritage that spans five generations in the United States. It all began with his great-great-grandfather, Bernt Hagen, who made a big decision to immigrate from Norway to the United States in 1876.

Following in the footsteps of his ancestor, Bernt, Nick’s dad, and granddad continued the family tradition of farming. With this profound agricultural heritage, Hagen carries on the family’s longstanding commitment to farming as a sugar beet farmer.

How Did Hagen Start Farming?

After completing his college education in 2009, Nick ventured into the world of farming in Minnesota, carrying on his family’s agricultural heritage. However, in 2011, he found himself back in New York, uncertain about the career path he should pursue.

Nevertheless, after a few years of contemplation, in 2013, Nick made a decisive choice to leave New York behind and return to the peaceful countryside.

At present, Nick, along with his father, dedicates their efforts to raising sugar beets and wheat. They have also embraced sustainable farming practices by renting out their land to other farmers who incorporate navy beans into their crop rotation.

Nick Hagen Studied Music At Juilliard Just Like His Wife

Molly Yeh’s husband Nick completed his high school education at East Grand Forks Senior High in Minnesota. He showcased his musical talents by playing the trombone in various school bands, including the jazz band, pep band, and marching band.

To pursue his passion further, he graduated from The Juilliard School, in New York in 2009 where he studied music. Throughout his college years, he used to play trombone in his college orchestra.

Interestingly, this is where he met his future wife Molly, who was also studying music. Interestingly, neither of them pursued a career in music later in their life.

Nick Hagen Is Married To His Wife Molly Yeh

Nick and Molly got married on 27 December 2014. The setting for their memorable wedding was none other than the building on their farm affectionately known as the “old shop.” And their reception was in the newer farm shop. According to Nick:

“It was really special that Molly would get married on this farm and make her life here.”

Additionally, Molly herself was responsible for the food items at the wedding including their wedding cake.

How Did Molly Meet Her Boyfriend-Turned-Husband Nick

The spouses met when they were at Juilliard. However, they didn’t start dating while in college. In fact, the pair reconnected when Yeh, a Jewish-Chinese, was just out of a relationship after graduating college.

One day, they had the opportunity to spend time together at a quartet party on a Sunday night, a gathering where musicians come together to play music in small groups. During this event, Molly tried to set up Nick on a date with one of her writer friends.

Nonetheless, things did not work out between them and eventually, Hagen asked Yeh out on a bike ride date and they fell for each other as time passed by.

Do They Have Children?

Together, they have two daughters. Yeh gave birth to a girl named Bernadette Rosemary Yeh Hagen on 30th March 2019. At the time of birth, she was 7 lbs., 6 oz.

After a few years, the pair welcomed their second child named Ira Dorothy Yeh Hagen on February 22nd, 2022. At the time of her birth, she was 8lbs., 12 oz.

Explaining her name, Molly mentioned that Dorothy is a nod to Nick’s great grandma, the Matriarch of the Hagen family, Ira was suggested by one of their friends.

 

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What is Nick Hagen’s Net Worth?

Yeh’s husband, Nick has an estimated net worth of around $800,000. This substantial sum is attributed to his farming endeavors, where he works alongside his father, contributing to the family’s agricultural legacy.

In contrast, Molly has a net worth of around $1.5 million from her career as a cookbook author & blogger.