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Michael Strahan is a former professional American football player turned television personality. Born on November 21, 1971, in Houston, Texas, Strahan spent his entire 15-year NFL career with the New York Giants as a defensive end. He was a dominant force on the field, earning seven Pro Bowl selections and setting the single-season sack record with 22.5 sacks in 2001. After retiring from football in 2007, Strahan transitioned to a successful career in television. He became a co-host on the popular morning talk show “Live! with Kelly and Michael” alongside Kelly Ripa. Strahan’s charismatic personality and quick wit made him a fan favorite, leading to a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show host in 2015. In 2016, he left the show to join “Good Morning America” as a full-time co-host. Strahan’s versatility and likability have made him a beloved figure in both the sports and entertainment worlds, solidifying his status as one of the most successful and influential figures in television.
Early Life and Football Career
Michael Strahan was born on November 21, 1971, in Houston, Texas. He played football at Texas Southern University where he excelled as a defensive end. Strahan was drafted by the New York Giants in the second round of the 1993 NFL Draft. He went on to have a successful 15-year career with the Giants, earning seven Pro Bowl selections and setting the single-season sack record in 2001 with 22.5 sacks. Strahan helped lead the Giants to victory in Super Bowl XLII in 2008, retiring from professional football after winning his first and only championship.
Post-Football Career and Television Success
After retiring from football, Michael Strahan transitioned into a successful broadcasting career as a football analyst for Fox NFL Sunday. He also became a co-host on the popular morning talk show, Live! with Kelly and Michael, later renamed Live! with Kelly and Ryan. Strahan’s charismatic personality and sense of humor endeared him to viewers, earning him a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show Host. In 2016, he left Live! to join Good Morning America as a co-host, further solidifying his status as a television personality.
Throughout his career, Michael Strahan has also pursued various business ventures, including launching his own clothing line with J.C. Penney and founding his own production company, SMAC Entertainment. In 2014, he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the sport. Strahan’s work ethic, charisma, and versatility have made him a beloved figure in the worlds of sports and entertainment, solidifying his legacy as one of the most successful and well-rounded personalities in the industry.
