Early Life and Education of Derek Jeter: A Complete Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Derek Jeter. From birth to education, explore key events.

Derek Jeter, nicknamed "the Captain", is an American former professional baseball shortstop who played his entire 20-year MLB career with the New York Yankees. He was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2020 on his first ballot, receiving near-unanimous support. After his playing career, Jeter served as CEO and part-owner of the Miami Marlins from 2017 to 2022.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Legacy & Impact

June 26, 1974: Derek Jeter Born

On June 26, 1974, Derek Sanderson Jeter was born in Pequannock Township, New Jersey.

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1992: Scholarship to Michigan

In 1992, Derek Jeter earned a baseball scholarship to attend the University of Michigan.

1994: Florida Residence Established

In 1994, Jeter claimed to have established his residence in Tampa Bay, Florida, which has no state income tax.

1996: Created the Turn 2 Foundation

In 1996, Derek Jeter created the Turn 2 Foundation, a charitable organization aimed at helping children and teenagers avoid drug and alcohol addiction and rewarding academic achievement.

1996: Rise to Fame

Since his rookie year in 1996, Jeter's personal life became a frequent topic in gossip columns and celebrity magazines, marking the beginning of his public persona beyond baseball.

2001: Residence Allegation

In 2001, New York State alleged that Jeter should have paid state income tax.

May 2003: Visa Commercial

In May 2003, Jeter and Steinbrenner mocked their incident in a Visa commercial.

2003: Residence Allegation

In 2003, New York State alleged that Jeter should have paid state income tax.

2003: Shoulder Dislocation on Opening Day

On Opening Day of the 2003 season, Derek Jeter dislocated his left shoulder after a collision at third base. This injury led to him being placed on the disabled list for six weeks, causing him to miss 36 games.

2005: Segment on 60 Minutes

In 2005, Derek Jeter was the subject of a segment on the TV news magazine 60 Minutes.

2008: Derek Jeter Pro Baseball 2008

In 2008, Derek Jeter was featured in Gameloft's wireless phone baseball game, Derek Jeter Pro Baseball 2008.

2008: Tax Dispute Settled

In 2008, Jeter settled a tax dispute regarding his official residence with the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance.

2011: Charity Baseball Game in Tokyo

In 2011, Derek Jeter, along with Hideki Matsui, participated in a charity baseball game at the Tokyo Dome to raise funds for survivors of the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami.

2013: Partnership with Simon & Schuster to form Jeter Publishing

In 2013, during an injury-shortened season, Derek Jeter partnered with Simon & Schuster to create Jeter Publishing, an imprint for various book genres, envisioning it as his "blueprint for postcareer".

2014: Appearance on Finding Your Roots

In 2014, Derek Jeter appeared in an episode of Finding Your Roots, a Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) television series.

2014: Exploring Purchase of the Buffalo Bills

In 2014, Derek Jeter explored the possibility of purchasing the Buffalo Bills football team.

February 2015: Appearance on Saturday Night Live's 40th Anniversary

In February 2015, Derek Jeter appeared alongside Peyton Manning to celebrate Saturday Night Live's 40th Anniversary.

2015: Engagement to Hannah Davis

In 2015, Jeter and Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue cover model Hannah Davis became engaged.

July 2016: Marriage to Hannah Davis

In July 2016, Jeter married Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue cover model Hannah Davis.

August 2017: Birth of First Daughter

In August 2017, Jeter and Hannah Davis welcomed their first daughter.

2018: Donation of Furniture and Household Items

In 2018, Derek Jeter donated furniture and household items to families displaced by Hurricane Irma.

January 2019: Birth of Second Daughter

In January 2019, Jeter and Hannah Davis welcomed their second daughter.

July 2019: Donation to Kalamazoo Public School District

In July 2019, Derek Jeter donated $3.2 million from the Turn 2 Foundation to the Kalamazoo Public School District to fund renovations for the school's baseball and softball complex.