Early Life and Education of Michael Strahan: A Complete Timeline

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

Michael Strahan is a retired American football player and current television personality. He played his entire 15-year NFL career with the New York Giants as a defensive end. Strahan holds the NFL single-season record for sacks and won Super Bowl XLII with the Giants in 2007. His achievements on the field led to his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2014. Since retiring from football, he has transitioned to a successful career in television.

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1906: Home Built

In 1906, the Georgian Heights home located at 99 Lloyd Avenue, Montclair, New Jersey, was built. It is a red brick house with a carriage house and a greenhouse.

November 21, 1971: Michael Strahan Born

On November 21, 1971, Michael Anthony Strahan was born. He would later become a television host and professional football player.

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1992: Marriage to Wanda Hutchins

In 1992, Michael Strahan married Wanda Hutchins, who is an American businesswoman, interior designer, and home decorator. This marked the beginning of their relationship.

1996: Divorce from Wanda Hutchins

In 1996, Michael Strahan and Wanda Hutchins ended their marriage. They had been married since 1992. They have a daughter and a son.

1999: Marriage to Jean Muggli

In 1999, Michael Strahan married Jean Muggli after meeting her at a spa.

2000: Purchase of Montclair Mansion

In 2000, Michael Strahan purchased a red brick house with a carriage house and a greenhouse for $1.3 million. The house is located at 99 Lloyd Avenue, Montclair, New Jersey.

2002: Georgian Heights Renovation

In 2002, Michael Strahan had a multimillion-dollar restoration and renovation done on Georgian Heights, a turn-of-the-19th-century mansion.

December 2004: Birth of Twin Daughters

In December 2004, Michael Strahan and Jean Muggli welcomed their twin daughters.

July 20, 2006: Divorce Finalization

On July 20, 2006, Michael Strahan and Jean Muggli finalized their divorce.

2006: Potential Retirement

In 2006, it seemed as though Michael Strahan would retire after he did not report to Giants training camp and missed the entire preseason.

January 2007: Divorce Settlement Award

In January 2007, Judge James B. Convery awarded Jean Muggli a $15 million divorce settlement, in addition to $18,000 monthly child support. Michael Strahan appealed this decision.

March 2007: Court Ordered Auction

In March 2007, the court ordered that Strahan's Montclair, New Jersey mansion be auctioned and the sales money split evenly. The house was valued at $3.6 million.