Childhood and Education Journey of Ernie Johnson Jr. in Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Ernie Johnson Jr., highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Ernie Johnson Jr. is a prominent American sportscaster, best known for his work with TNT Sports. He's the voice of Major League Baseball on TBS and the host of the popular 'Inside the NBA' on TNT and NBA TV. Johnson also contributes to the NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament coverage for TNT Sports and CBS Sports. His father, Ernie Johnson Sr., was a former Major League Baseball pitcher and Atlanta Braves announcer, adding to his lineage in the world of sports broadcasting.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

August 7, 1956: Ernie Johnson Jr. Born

On August 7, 1956, Ernest Thorwald Johnson Jr. was born. He is now a sportscaster for TNT Sports.

1956: Birth in Milwaukee

In 1956, Ernie Johnson Jr. was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. His father, Ernie Johnson Sr., was a Major League Baseball player.

1964: Family Moved to Atlanta

In 1964, Ernie Johnson's family moved to Atlanta, Georgia after his father retired from professional baseball. At the time, Ernie was eight years old.

1974: Graduated from Marist School

In 1974, Ernie Johnson Jr. graduated from the Marist School, a private Catholic school in Brookhaven, Georgia.

1978: Graduation from University of Georgia

In 1978, Ernie Johnson Jr. graduated summa cum laude from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Arts in journalism.

2003: Diagnosed with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma

In 2003, Ernie Johnson Jr. was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma but continued his work until June 2006.

June 2006: Began Cancer Treatment

In June 2006, Ernie Johnson Jr. began treatment for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, causing him to miss TNT's coverage of the British Open and PGA Championship.

October 31, 2006: Returned to Inside the NBA

On October 31, 2006, Ernie Johnson Jr. returned to Inside the NBA while continuing chemotherapy for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.

November 10, 2016: Remarks on 2016 U.S. Presidential Election

On November 10, 2016, Ernie Johnson Jr. discussed the 2016 U.S. presidential election on Inside the NBA, revealing his Christian faith and writing in his vote for Ohio governor John Kasich.

April 2017: Release of Memoir

In April 2017, Ernie Johnson Jr. released his memoir, "Unscripted: The Unpredictable Moments That Make Life Extraordinary".

October 1, 2018: Announcement Regarding MLB Postseason

On October 1, 2018, Ernie Johnson Jr. announced he would not be part of the 2018 MLB postseason on TBS due to blood clots in his legs, affecting his ability to travel by air.