Date of Birth: November 21, 1966
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Biography
Troy Kenneth Aikman is a former American football quarterback who played in the NFL for the Dallas Cowboys for 12 consecutive seasons. Born on November 21, 1966, in West Covina, California, Aikman quickly emerged as a football prodigy. He attended the University of Oklahoma before transferring to UCLA, where he won the Davey O’Brien Award as the nation’s top collegiate quarterback. Drafted first overall by the Cowboys in the 1989 NFL Draft, Aikman became a cornerstone of the team’s success in the 1990s. He led the Cowboys to three Super Bowl victories (XXVII, XXVIII, and XXX) and was named Super Bowl MVP in 1993. Aikman was known for his precision passing, leadership, and durability. He retired in 2000 and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2006. Post-retirement, Aikman transitioned to a successful career in broadcasting, becoming a prominent NFL analyst for Fox Sports. He has also engaged in various business ventures and philanthropic activities.
5 Interesting Facts about Troy Aikman
1. Troy Aikman was the first overall pick in the 1989 NFL Draft.
2. He was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2008.
3. Aikman has a street named after him in his hometown of Henryetta, Oklahoma.
4. He is a co-owner of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series team Hall of Fame Racing.
5. Aikman has been a spokesperson for various brands, including Wingstop and Rent-a-Center.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Troy Aikman
1. “Losing doesn’t eat at me the way it used to. I just get ready for the next play, the next game, the next season.”
2. “You know, the loudest stadium I’ve ever been in was the Superdome in New Orleans when I played against the Saints.”
3. “I’m not perfect. But I am trying every day to concentrate on being better.”
4. “It’s difficult to be the best in the world at what you do and still be a good person.”
5. “I was always aware that I was conditioned to think in a certain way.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Troy Aikman’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $50 million.
Children
Troy Aikman has two daughters, Jordan Ashley Aikman, born in 2001, and Alexa Marie Aikman, born in 2002, with his ex-wife Rhonda Worthey.
Relevant Links
2. [Troy Aikman UCLA Bio](https://uclabruins.com/sports/2013/4/17/208195615.aspx
3. [Troy Aikman Fox Sports Bio](https://www.foxsports.com/presspass/bios/on-air/troy-aikman
4. [Troy Aikman ESPN Profile](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/2/troy-aikman
5. [Troy Aikman IMDb Page](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0014682/
