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 an American television host, journalist, and former professional football player. He spent his entire 15-year NFL career as a defensive end for the New York Giants. Strahan holds the NFL record for most single-season quarterback sacks. A Super Bowl champion, he helped the Giants defeat the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLII in his final season. Following his football career, Strahan transitioned to television, becoming a well-known host and journalist.

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1906: Construction of Georgian Heights

The Georgian Heights mansion, which Michael Strahan later renovated, was built in 1906 at 99 Lloyd Avenue, Montclair, New Jersey. It is a red brick house with a carriage house and a greenhouse.

1965: Art Strahan played for the Houston Oilers

In 1965, Art Strahan, Michael Strahan's uncle, played as a defensive lineman for the Houston Oilers.

1968: Art Strahan played for the Atlanta Falcons

In 1968, Art Strahan, Michael Strahan's uncle, played as a defensive lineman for the Atlanta Falcons.

November 21, 1971: Michael Strahan's Birth

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

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1991: Leading SWAC in Sacks

In 1991, Michael Strahan led the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) with 14.5 quarterback sacks as a junior.

1992: Marriage to Wanda Hutchins

In 1992, Michael Strahan married Wanda Hutchins. She is an American businesswoman, interior designer, and home decorator. They had two children together, Tanita and Michael Jr.

1992: All-SWAC and SWAC Player of the Year

In 1992, Michael Strahan was named First-team All-Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) and the SWAC's Player of the Year for the second consecutive season.

1996: Divorce from Wanda Hutchins

In 1996, Michael Strahan divorced his first wife, Wanda Hutchins. They had been married since 1992 and had two children together.

1999: Marriage to Jean Muggli

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

2000: Purchase of Georgian Heights

In 2000, Michael Strahan purchased the Georgian Heights mansion for $1.3 million. Before moving in, he allowed the Junior League of Montclair-Newark to use his house as a model home for its charity fundraiser.

2002: Restoration and renovation of Georgian Heights

In 2002, Michael Strahan had a multimillion-dollar restoration and renovation done on Georgian Heights. The mansion is located on 2.3 acres of mountainside property and boasts sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline.

December 2004: Birth of twin daughters

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

July 20, 2006: Finalized Divorce from Jean Muggli

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

January 2007: Divorce settlement awarded to Jean Muggli

In January 2007, Judge James B. Convery awarded Jean Muggli $15 million in a divorce settlement, as well as $18,000 monthly in child support payments from Michael Strahan. Strahan appealed the decision.

March 2007: Court orders mansion auction

In March 2007, the court ordered the Montclair, New Jersey mansion owned by Michael Strahan and Jean Muggli to be auctioned, with the proceeds to be split evenly. The house was valued at $3.6 million.

February 2008: Sneaker Design with Nike

In February 2008, Michael Strahan and Giants teammate Justin Tuck teamed up with Nike to design their own exclusive sneakers for ID studio in New York City. All proceeds from the sneakers were donated to Nike's Let Me Play global campaign.

August 2009: Engagement to Nicole Mitchell

In August 2009, Michael Strahan became engaged to Nicole Mitchell, who is Eddie Murphy's ex-wife.

June 2011: Commercial Supporting Same-Sex Marriage

In June 2011, Michael Strahan filmed a commercial supporting legalizing same-sex marriage in New York.

2014: Engagement Ended

In 2014, Michael Strahan and Nicole Mitchell ended their engagement.

2015: Relationship with Kayla Quick

Since around 2015, Michael Strahan has been dating Kayla Quick.

December 2018: Volunteer Work at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

In December 2018, Michael Strahan volunteered at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and was featured in a series of holiday promotions.

December 11, 2021: Flight to Space

On December 11, 2021, Michael Strahan flew to space aboard the Blue Origin NS-19 and became the tallest person to fly in space. He also received the FAA Commercial Space Astronaut Wings.