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 former American professional football player and current television host and journalist. He spent his entire 15-year NFL career as a defensive end for the New York Giants. Strahan is known for his exceptional pass-rushing abilities, setting the NFL single-season sack record. A highlight of his career includes winning Super Bowl XLII with the Giants in 2007. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2014, solidifying his legacy as one of the sport's greats. Post-football, he transitioned to a successful media career.

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1906: Georgian Heights Built

In 1906, the Georgian Heights mansion was built at 99 Lloyd Avenue, Montclair, New Jersey. Michael Strahan later purchased and renovated the property.

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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1991: Leads SWAC in Sacks

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

1992: Marriage to Wanda Hutchins

In 1992, Michael Strahan married Wanda Hutchins, an American businesswoman, interior designer, and home decorator. They later had a daughter and a son.

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 and Wanda Hutchins divorced. They had been married since 1992 and had two children together.

1999: Marriage to Jean Muggli

In 1999, Michael Strahan married Jean Muggli after they met at a spa. They eventually had twin daughters together.

2000: Purchase of Georgian Heights

In 2000, Michael Strahan purchased the Georgian Heights mansion for $1.3 million. The house was built in 1906 and is located in Montclair, New Jersey.

2002: Restoration and Renovation of Georgian Heights

In 2002, Michael Strahan had a multimillion-dollar restoration and renovation done on his Georgian Heights mansion in Montclair, New Jersey. The mansion, built in 1906, is located on 2.3 acres and has 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: Divorce Finalization

On July 20, 2006, Michael Strahan and Jean Muggli finalized their divorce. The couple had been married since 1999 and had twin daughters together.

January 2007: Divorce Settlement Award

In January 2007, a judge awarded Jean Muggli $15 million in a divorce settlement, along with $18,000 monthly child support from Michael Strahan. Strahan later appealed the decision.

March 2007: Mansion Auction Ordered

In March 2007, the court ordered that Michael Strahan and Jean Muggli's Montclair, New Jersey mansion be auctioned off, with the sales money to be split evenly between them. The house was valued at $3.6 million.

August 2009: Engagement to Nicole Mitchell

In August 2009, Michael Strahan became engaged to Nicole Mitchell, who was Eddie Murphy's ex-wife. However, the engagement was later called off in 2014.

June 2011: Commercial Supporting Same-Sex Marriage

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

2014: Engagement Ended

In 2014, Michael Strahan and Nicole Mitchell ended their engagement. They had been engaged since August 2009.

2014: Inducted into Black College Football Hall of Fame

In 2014, Michael Strahan was inducted into the Black College Football Hall of Fame.

2015: Dating 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. His volunteer work contributed to the hospital's fundraising efforts.

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 and a recipient of the FAA Commercial Space Astronaut Wings.