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. Renowned as a defensive end for the New York Giants over his 15-year NFL career, Strahan set the record for the most sacks in a single season. A crowning achievement came in his final season, 2007, when he helped lead the Giants to victory in Super Bowl XLII against the previously undefeated New England Patriots. His accomplishments on the field led to his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2014. After retiring from football, he transitioned into a successful media career.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1906: Georgian Heights Built

The Georgian Heights home was built in 1906 at 99 Lloyd Avenue, Montclair, New Jersey.

1965: Art Strahan Played for Houston Oilers

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

1968: Art Strahan Played for Atlanta Falcons

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

November 21, 1971: Michael Strahan's Birth

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

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1981: Start of the NFL Statistic

In 1981, Lawrence Taylor accrued 9 1/2 sacks in his rookie season, the year before sacks became an official NFL statistic.

1982: Sacks become an official statistic

In 1982, sacks became an official statistic in the NFL.

1990: Giants' previous championship

In 1990, the Giants' had their first championship since 1990. His 15th and final season proved to be the Giants' first championship since 1990.

2000: Purchase of Georgian Heights

In 2000, Michael Strahan bought the Georgian Heights mansion for $1.3 million.

2002: Restoration and Renovation of Georgian Heights

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

December 2004: Birth of Twin Daughters

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

March 2007: Mansion Auction Ordered

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

June 2011: Commercial Supporting Same-Sex Marriage

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

November 2011: Regis Philbin Leaves Live!

In November 2011, Regis Philbin left "Live!" leaving an empty spot for a new co-host.

March 2020: Show put on hiatus

In March 2020, the show was put on hiatus due to ABC News coverage of the COVID-19 pandemic.

2020: Pyramid did not air due to the COVID-19 pandemic

In 2020, Pyramid did not air due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

December 11, 2021: Suborbital Space Flight

On December 11, 2021, Michael Strahan flew on a suborbital space flight aboard the Blue Origin NS-19, becoming the tallest person to fly in space. He was also one of the final recipients of the FAA Commercial Space Astronaut Wings.

2023: Gastineau confronts Favre

In 2023, Mark Gastineau confronted Brett Favre about the sack at an autograph signing while ESPN was filming a 30 for 30 documentary on the New York Sack Exchange, leading to a $25 million lawsuit by Gastineau.