Early Life and Education of Erin Andrews: A Complete Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Erin Andrews. A timeline of key moments.

Erin Andrews is a prominent American sportscaster and television personality. She gained recognition as a correspondent for ESPN, beginning in 2004, before transitioning to Fox Sports in 2012. She currently serves as the lead sideline reporter for Fox's NFL broadcasts. Andrews also garnered mainstream attention as a contestant on, and later co-host of, "Dancing with the Stars," from 2010 to 2019.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

May 4, 1978: Erin Andrews' Birth

On May 4, 1978, Erin Jill Andrews, who would become a prominent sportscaster and television personality, was born.

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1996: High School Graduation

In 1996, Erin Andrews graduated from high school.

1997: Joins Florida Gators Dazzlers

In 1997, Erin Andrews joined the Florida Gators Dazzlers dance team, where she remained until 2000.

2000: University Graduation

In 2000, Erin Andrews graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Arts degree in telecommunications.

2010: Kraft Foods Campaign Spokesperson

In 2010, Erin Andrews became a spokesperson for the Kraft Foods Huddle to Fight Hunger campaign, which raised $2.86 million for Feeding America.

October 2011: StubHub Campaign Launch

In October 2011, Erin Andrews teamed up with StubHub to launch a new national campaign called Girls Night Out.

May 2013: CMT Disaster Relief Concert

In May 2013, Erin Andrews co-hosted the Music Builds: CMT Disaster Relief Concert on the CMT network to raise money for the American Red Cross in response to the April 27 tornadoes in Oklahoma.

September 2016: Cervical Cancer Diagnosis

In September 2016, Erin Andrews was diagnosed with cervical cancer, leading to treatment and eventual recovery.

January 2017: Cervical Cancer Announcement

In January 2017, Erin Andrews announced that she had been diagnosed with cervical cancer in September 2016 and received treatment, ultimately being pronounced cancer-free after two surgeries.