Michael Strahan

Date of Birth: November 21, 1971

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Biography

Michael Strahan is a retired American football player, television personality, and journalist. Born on November 21, 1971, in Houston, Texas, Strahan is best known for his 15-year career as a defensive end for the New York Giants in the National Football League (NFL). He is the youngest of six children born to Louise Strahan, a basketball coach, and Gene Strahan, a retired Army Major and boxer. Michael spent a significant part of his youth in Mannheim, Germany, where his father was stationed. Strahan attended Texas Southern University, where he played college football and was a standout defensive player. He was drafted by the New York Giants in the second round of the 1993 NFL Draft. During his illustrious career, Strahan set the record for the most sacks in a single season in 2001, with 22.5 sacks. He was also a crucial part of the Giants’ Super Bowl XLII victory over the New England Patriots. After retiring from football in 2008, Strahan transitioned to a successful career in television. He co-hosted the popular morning show “Live! with Kelly and Michael” from 2012 to 2016 and later joined “Good Morning America.”

5 Interesting Facts about Michael Strahan

1. Michael Strahan was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2014.

2. He has published a book titled “Wake Up Happy: The Dream Big, Win Big Guide to Transforming Your Life.”

3. Strahan has won two Daytime Emmy Awards for his work on “Live! with Kelly and Michael.”

4. He has a gap between his front teeth, which has become a trademark of his image.

5. Strahan has appeared in several films and TV shows, including “Magic Mike XXL” and “Black-ish.”

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Michael Strahan

1. “I think I’m a natural-born leader. I know how to bow down to authority if it’s authority that I respect.”

2. “I’ve always believed that if you put in the work, the results will come.”

3. “You have to have a sense of humor about yourself.”

4. “I think what drives me is a sense of, I can always do better.”

5. “Success is a journey, not a destination.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Michael Strahan’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $65 million.

Children

Michael Strahan has four children. He has two daughters, Tanita Strahan and Sophia Strahan, from his first marriage to Wanda Hutchins. He also has twin daughters, Isabella and Sophia Strahan, from his second marriage to Jean Muggli.