An overview of the childhood and early education of Bernie Kosar, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.
Bernie Kosar is a former American professional football quarterback. He led the Miami Hurricanes to a national championship in 1983 before playing in the NFL for the Cleveland Browns (1985-1993), Dallas Cowboys (1993), and Miami Dolphins (1994-1996). Kosar served as a backup quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys when they won Super Bowl XXVIII in 1993. He is primarily known for his time with the Cleveland Browns.
On November 25, 1963, Bernard Joseph Kosar Jr. was born. He would become an American former professional football player.
In 1981, Bernie Kosar earned Parade magazine All-American honors as a senior at Boardman High School and was Ohio's Division I "Player of the Year."
In 1982, Bernie Kosar was redshirted.
In March 1985, Bernie Kosar arranged an expedited academic plan with 18 credits in spring 1985 and an additional six credits in the summer that would permit him to graduate from the University of Miami in time to meet the draft's eligibility requirements.
In June 1985, the University of Miami notified the NFL that Bernie Kosar had met the course requirements to graduate.
In 1985, Bernie Kosar graduated from the University of Miami School of Business with a double major in finance and economics, completing 18 credit hours during the spring and an additional six during the summer to graduate early.
On June 22, 1990, Bernie Kosar married Babette Ferre, whom he had met while a student at the University of Miami. They had four children together.
In 2005, Babette Ferre filed for divorce from Bernie Kosar, alleging reckless spending, bad investments, and drug use.
In 2007, the divorce between Bernie Kosar and Babette Ferre was finalized.
In 2009, Bernie Kosar began dating Tami Longaberger of The Longaberger Company.
In 2012, Bernie Kosar was prominently featured in "Broke", an ESPN 30 For 30 documentary, which discussed the financial problems common among high-earning athletes. Kosar's story was highlighted as a central part of the film due to his openness about family problems and poor business decisions.
On September 29, 2013, Bernie Kosar was pulled over in Solon, Ohio, for speeding and arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol. He later pleaded no contest to a lesser charge of reckless operation and received a $750 fine and a suspended jail sentence.
In 2013, Bernie Kosar's relationship with Tami Longaberger ended.
In 2016, Bernie Kosar was invited to the Republican National Convention, where he spoke positively of Ohio and Cleveland as host state and city.
In 2017, Bernie Kosar published his autobiography, "Learning to Scramble", and teamed up with Ohio grocery chain Heinen's for a motivational and wellness seminar series based on the book.
In 2022, Bernie Kosar appeared in an advertisement for Tim Ryan, the Democratic nominee for the U.S. Senate in Ohio.
In October 2023, Bernie Kosar launched U Matter Wellness Essentials, a line of wellness products under his Kosar Wellness brand, including supplements like digestive enzymes, fermented vegetable powder, and effervescent humic fulvic acid tablets. He also partnered with Foundation Health Solutions, an Ohio-based long-term care company, as part of this product launch. In 2023 Kosar was involved in a lawsuit related to Kosar Wellness.
In 2024, Bernie Kosar announced that he was diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver and early symptoms of Parkinson's disease.
In January 2024, Bernie Kosar launched a new patented coffee blend designed to boost immunity, protect against chronic diseases, and strengthen heart health.
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