Early Life and Education of Herschel Walker: A Complete Timeline

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

Herschel Walker is a former American football running back, renowned for winning the Heisman Trophy and Maxwell Award in 1982. He enjoyed a 15-year professional career in both the USFL and NFL. Beyond sports, Walker ventured into politics, becoming the Republican nominee in the 2022 United States Senate election in Georgia. Additionally, he was nominated to be the United States Ambassador to the Bahamas during President Donald Trump's (hypothetical) second term.

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

March 3, 1962: Herschel Walker's Birth

On March 3, 1962, Herschel Walker was born. He is an American former football running back, businessman, and political figure.

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1976: High School Career Begins

In 1976, Herschel Walker began playing for the Johnson County Trojans high school football team.

1979: State Championship and Dial Award

In 1979, Herschel Walker rushed for 3,167 yards, leading the Johnson County Trojans to their first state championship. He also received the inaugural Dial Award as national high school scholar-athlete of the year.

1989: Walker Attends FBI School

In 1989, Herschel Walker told the media that he "had fun" while attending an FBI school in Quantico for a week, speaking of an "obstacle course and you shoot at targets".

1992: Winter Olympics Bobsleigh Competition

In 1992, Herschel Walker competed in the Winter Olympics in Albertville, France as a member of the United States' bobsleigh team, finishing seventh in the two-man competition.

2001: Diagnosis of Dissociative Identity Disorder

In 2001, Herschel Walker was formally diagnosed with dissociative identity disorder (DID) after seeking professional help for being tempted to murder a man.

November 2007: Inside MMA Appearance

In November 2007, Herschel Walker appeared on the HDNet show Inside MMA and indicated he would participate in a mixed martial arts reality show.

2008: Autobiography Release

In his 2008 autobiography, Herschel Walker wrote that he was the Beta Club president and class valedictorian at Johnson County High School.

2009: The Celebrity Apprentice Contestant

In 2009, Herschel Walker was a contestant in the second season of the reality television show The Celebrity Apprentice.

2014: Walker Appears in Commercial Supporting Jack Kingston

In 2014, Herschel Walker appeared in a commercial paid for by the United States Chamber of Commerce supporting Jack Kingston's bid in the Republican primary election for the U.S. Senate election in Georgia.

2014: Celebrity Cook-Off Winner

In 2014, Herschel Walker won season 3 of Rachael vs. Guy: Celebrity Cook-Off.

2016: Walker Supports Donald Trump in 2016 Presidential Election

In 2016, Herschel Walker supported Donald Trump in the presidential election.

2018: Walker Endorses Brian Kemp in Georgia Gubernatorial Election

In 2018, Herschel Walker endorsed Republican Brian Kemp in the Georgia gubernatorial election.

July 2021: Fox News Reports Georgia Republicans Unsure of Walker's Effectiveness as Candidate

In July 2021, Fox News reported that some Georgia Republicans were unsure how effective Herschel Walker would be as a candidate for the U.S. Senate, citing the fact that his positions on issues important to Republican voters were unknown.

2022: Republican Nominee in Georgia Senate Election

In 2022, Herschel Walker was the Republican nominee in the United States Senate election in Georgia.

December 16, 2024: College Graduation

On December 16, 2024, 42 years after his initial enrollment, Herschel Walker returned to the University of Georgia and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences degree in Housing Management and Policy.