Childhood and Education Journey of Andy Roddick in Timeline

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Andy Roddick

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Andy Roddick. A timeline of key moments.

Andy Roddick is a retired American professional tennis player, who achieved the world No. 1 ranking in 2003. He captured 32 ATP singles titles, highlighted by his 2003 US Open victory, and also secured five Masters events. Roddick played a pivotal role in leading the United States to win the 2007 Davis Cup. He also reached the finals of four other major tournaments, ultimately losing to Roger Federer in each of those matches.

August 30, 1982: Birth of Andy Roddick

On August 30, 1982, Andrew Stephen Roddick, later known as Andy Roddick, was born. He would grow up to be a professional tennis player, ranked No. 1 in the world by the ATP for 13 weeks.

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2000: Roddick wears Reebok Apparel

From 2000, Roddick wore Reebok apparel before switching to Lacoste in 2005.

2000: Graduation from SEK Boca Prep International School

In 2000, Andy Roddick graduated from SEK Boca Prep International School.

April 5, 2002: Guest Appearance on Sabrina the Teenage Witch

On April 5, 2002, Andy Roddick made a guest appearance as himself on the television show Sabrina the Teenage Witch, where Sabrina summoned him for tennis lessons.

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2002: Appearance on The Late Late Show with Craig Kilborn

In 2002, Andy Roddick appeared on The Late Late Show with Craig Kilborn.

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November 8, 2003: Hosts Saturday Night Live

On November 8, 2003, Andy Roddick hosted Saturday Night Live, becoming the second professional tennis player to host the show and the first male tennis player to do so.

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2003: Appearances on Multiple TV Shows

In 2003, Andy Roddick appeared on The Late Late Show with Craig Kilborn, Late Show with David Letterman, Late Night with Conan O'Brien, and Live with Regis and Kelly.

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June 2004: Appearance on The Weakest Link

In June 2004, prior to Wimbledon, Andy Roddick appeared on an episode of the British version of The Weakest Link, broadcast on June 18, 2004.

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2004: Appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!

In 2004, Andy Roddick appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live!

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2004: Reign at No. 1 Ends and Wimbledon Final Appearance

In February 2004, Roger Federer took over the No. 1 ranking. Roddick reached his first Wimbledon final in 2004. In 2004, Roddick saved people from a hotel fire.

April 2005: Roddick Signs with Lacoste

In April 2005, Andy Roddick signed a five-year, $25 million endorsement deal with Lacoste, after Reebok announced they would not renew their contract with him.

2005: Appearances on Jimmy Kimmel Live! and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno

In 2005, Andy Roddick appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live! and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.

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2006: Appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show

In 2006, Andy Roddick appeared on The Ellen DeGeneres Show.

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2007: Appearances on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and Friday Night with Jonathan Ross

In 2007, Andy Roddick appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and Friday Night with Jonathan Ross.

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March 31, 2008: Engagement Announcement

On March 31, 2008, Andy Roddick announced on his website that he and Brooklyn Decker had become engaged.

2008: Split with Coach and Defeat of Federer at Sony Ericsson Open

In 2008, Andy Roddick split with his coach Jimmy Connors. At the 2008 Sony Ericsson Open, Roddick defeated Roger Federer and proposed to Brooklyn Decker.

March 2009: Appears in "Speed Feels Better" Music Video

In March 2009, Andy Roddick appeared in the "Speed Feels Better" music video for singer-songwriter Michael Tolcher.

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April 17, 2009: Marriage to Brooklyn Decker

On April 17, 2009, Andy Roddick and Brooklyn Decker were married in Austin, Texas.

2009: Appearance on Late Show with David Letterman

In 2009, Andy Roddick appeared on the Late Show with David Letterman.

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August 14, 2010: Diagnosis of Mononucleosis

On August 14, 2010, Andy Roddick revealed he had been diagnosed with mononucleosis, but doctors believed it was in its later stages and he would make a full recovery.

2010: Appearance on Friday Night with Jonathan Ross

In 2010, Andy Roddick appeared on Friday Night with Jonathan Ross.

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2011: Cameo in Adam Sandler's "Just Go with It"

In 2011, Andy Roddick made a cameo appearance in the Adam Sandler comedy film Just Go with It with his real-life wife Brooklyn Decker.

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2011: Cameo in "Just Go With It"

In 2011, Andy Roddick made a cameo at the end of the film Just Go With It, playing the new lover of the film's jilted bride, who was played by Brooklyn Decker.

2011: Lacoste Introduces Andy Roddick Collection

In 2011, Lacoste introduced the Andy Roddick collection, featuring polos, jackets, tennis shorts, and track pants.

August 30, 2012: Roddick Announces Retirement

On August 30, 2012, which was his thirtieth birthday, Andy Roddick announced that he would retire after the US Open tournament.

2012: Retirement from Professional Tennis

Following the 2012 US Open, Andy Roddick retired from professional tennis to focus on his work at the Andy Roddick Foundation.

June 2013: Roddick Becomes Investor and Brand Ambassador to TravisMathew Apparel

In June 2013, Roddick became an investor and brand ambassador to TravisMathew Apparel.

2013: First Professional Golf Tournament

In 2013, Andy Roddick played his first professional golf tournament (as an amateur) at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, teaming up with professional golfer John Mallinger.

September 30, 2015: Birth of First Child

On September 30, 2015, Brooklyn Decker gave birth to the couple's first child.

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November 27, 2017: Birth of Second Child

On November 27, 2017, Brooklyn Decker gave birth to their second child, a daughter.

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2017: Discarded Trophies

In 2017, Roddick's wife revealed that he had discarded most of his tennis trophies, except for the US Open trophy.

2019: Appeared on Celebrity Family Feud

In 2019, Andy Roddick appeared on Celebrity Family Feud with his wife and the rest of the Decker family, competing against Bobby Bones and his family.

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April 2, 2023: Participates in Pickleball Slam on ESPN

On April 2, 2023, Andy Roddick participated with Michael Chang, Andre Agassi, and John McEnroe in the first live airing of Pickleball on ESPN in the Million Dollar Pickleball Slam at the Hard Rock Casino in Hollywood, Florida.