History of Michael Strahan in Timeline
Michael Strahan is an American television host, journalist, and former NFL player. He spent his entire 15-year football career as a defensive end for the New York Giants. Strahan was known for his exceptional pass-rushing abilities, setting the NFL single-season sack record. His career culminated in a Super Bowl XLII victory with the Giants against the New England Patriots in 2007. After retiring from the NFL, Strahan transitioned to a successful career in television.
1906: Georgian Heights Built
The Georgian Heights mansion was built in 1906 at 99 Lloyd Avenue, Montclair, New Jersey.
1965: Uncle Art Played for Oilers
In 1965, Michael Strahan's uncle, Art Strahan, played as a defensive lineman for the Houston Oilers.
1968: Uncle Art Played for Falcons
In 1968, Michael Strahan's uncle, Art Strahan, played as a defensive lineman for the Atlanta Falcons.
November 21, 1971: Michael Strahan Born
On November 21, 1971, Michael Strahan was born. He later became a television host, journalist, and former professional football player.
1981: Sacks Not Yet Official
In 1981, Lawrence Taylor accrued 9.5 sacks that were not included in his official career total because sacks were not yet an official NFL statistic.
1982: Sacks Become an Official Statistic
In 1982, sacks became an official statistic in the NFL, setting the stage for Michael Strahan to later break the single-season sack record.
1990: Giants' Previous Championship
In 1990, prior to Strahan's win, the Giants last championship was in 1990.
1991: Leads SWAC in Quarterback 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. She is an American businesswoman, interior designer, and home decorator.
1992: First-team 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.
1993: Drafted by New York Giants
In 1993, Michael Strahan was selected in the second round by the New York Giants.
1996: Divorce from Wanda Hutchins
In 1996, Michael Strahan and Wanda Hutchins divorced.
1997: Dominant Period Begins
From 1997 to 2005, Michael Strahan was one of the most dominant defensive ends in the NFL, establishing himself as a standard at his position.
1997: Breakout Season
In 1997, Michael Strahan had a breakout season, recording 14 sacks and being named First-team All-Pro by the Associated Press.
1998: Continued Success
In 1998, Michael Strahan continued his success, racking up 15 sacks and being voted into his second Pro-Bowl and All-Pro team.
1999: Marriage to Jean Muggli
In 1999, Michael Strahan married Jean Muggli after meeting her at a spa.
1999: Game-Winning Interception
In Week 8 of the 1999 season, Michael Strahan returned an interception 44 yards for a game-winning overtime touchdown in a 23–17 win over the Philadelphia Eagles.
2000: Purchased Georgian Heights
In 2000, Michael Strahan bought the Georgian Heights mansion for $1.3 million.
2000: Participates in Super Bowl XXXV
In 2000, Michael Strahan was a member of the Giants team that participated in Super Bowl XXXV, where they were defeated by the Baltimore Ravens.
2001: NFL Defensive Player of the Year
In 2001, Michael Strahan was named the NFL Defensive Player of the Year and NFC Defensive Player of the Year.
2001: Sets NFL Sack Record
In the 2001 season, Michael Strahan set the NFL record for sacks in a single season with 22.5.
January 6, 2002: Controversial Sack Against Brett Favre
On January 6, 2002, in the final game of the 2001 season, Michael Strahan recorded a controversial sack against Brett Favre, which some believed was deliberately allowed to ensure Strahan got the record.
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.
2002: Contract Negotiations and Disputes
In 2002, Michael Strahan had difficult contract negotiations with the Giants, leading to public disputes with the team and fellow player Tiki Barber.
2003: NFC Defensive Player of the Year
In 2003, Michael Strahan was named NFC Defensive Player of the Year for the second time.
December 2004: Birth of Twin Daughters
In December 2004, Michael Strahan and Jean Muggli had twin daughters, Isabella and Sophia.
2004: Injured with a Torn Pectoral Muscle
Throughout most of the 2004 season, Michael Strahan was injured with a torn pectoral muscle, which limited his performance.
2005: Returns to Pro Bowl
In 2005, Michael Strahan rebounded from injury, returning to the Pro Bowl and anchoring the Giants' defense with Osi Umenyiora.
July 20, 2006: Divorce Finalized
On July 20, 2006, Michael Strahan and Jean Muggli finalized their divorce.
October 23, 2006: Ties Giants Franchise Sack Record
On October 23, 2006, Michael Strahan tied Lawrence Taylor for the Giants franchise record for most career sacks with 132.5.
2006: Possible Retirement and Injury
In 2006, Michael Strahan considered retirement and suffered a Lisfranc fracture, missing the remainder of the season.
January 2007: Divorce Settlement Awarded
In January 2007, Judge James B. Convery awarded Jean Muggli a $15 million divorce settlement in addition to $18,000 monthly child support. Strahan appealed the decision.
March 2007: Court Ordered Auction of Mansion
In March 2007, the court ordered the Montclair, New Jersey mansion to be auctioned and the sales money split evenly; the house was valued at $3.6 million.
September 30, 2007: Sets New Giants Franchise Sack Record
On September 30, 2007, Michael Strahan sacked Donovan McNabb, setting a new Giants franchise record with 133.5 career sacks.
2007: Career Stats at Retirement
By the end of the 2007 season, Michael Strahan retired with 141.5 career sacks, 854 career tackles, four career interceptions, 24 forced fumbles, and three career touchdowns.
2007: Giants Win Super Bowl XLII
In 2007, during his final season, Michael Strahan helped the New York Giants win Super Bowl XLII against the New England Patriots.
February 3, 2008: Wins Super Bowl XLII
On February 3, 2008, Michael Strahan won Super Bowl XLII with the New York Giants, defeating the previously undefeated New England Patriots.
February 2008: Sneaker Design Collaboration
In February 2008, Michael Strahan and Giants teammate Justin Tuck teamed up with Nike to design their own exclusive sneakers. All proceeds were donated to Nike's Let Me Play global campaign.
June 9, 2008: Retires from the NFL
On June 9, 2008, Michael Strahan officially retired from the National Football League (NFL).
June 24, 2008: Joins Fox NFL Sunday
On June 24, 2008, it was announced that Michael Strahan would be joining the Fox NFL Sunday pregame show as an analyst.
August 2009: Engagement to Nicole Mitchell
In August 2009, Michael Strahan became engaged to Nicole Mitchell, Eddie Murphy's ex-wife.
October 1, 2010: First Guest Hosting of Live! with Regis and Kelly
On October 1, 2010, Michael Strahan co-hosted Live! with Regis and Kelly as a guest host for the first time.
June 2011: Filmed 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!", leading to Michael Strahan eventually filling the empty spot
September 4, 2012: Becomes Co-Host of Live! with Kelly and Michael
On September 4, 2012, Michael Strahan was selected as Kelly Ripa's new co-host on the rechristened talk show, Live! with Kelly and Michael.
2012: Co-host of Live! with Kelly and Michael
In 2012, Michael Strahan became the co-host of Live! with Kelly and Michael with Kelly Ripa, a role for which he later won two Daytime Emmy Awards.
February 2, 2013: Failed Hall of Fame Vote
On February 2, 2013, Michael Strahan was not voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility.
November 3, 2014: Hall of Fame Ring Presentation
On November 3, 2014, Michael Strahan was presented with his Hall of Fame ring at halftime of a New York Giants–Indianapolis Colts game.
2014: Ended Engagement to Nicole Mitchell
In 2014, Michael Strahan and Nicole Mitchell ended their engagement.
2014: Regular Contributor on Good Morning America
In 2014, Michael Strahan became a regular contributor on Good Morning America.
2014: Inducted into Black College Football Hall of Fame
In 2014, Michael Strahan was inducted into the Black College Football Hall of Fame.
September 8, 2015: Launches Clothing Line
On September 8, 2015, Michael Strahan launched a men's clothing line exclusively through JCPenney.
2015: Began Dating Kayla Quick
Around 2015, Michael Strahan began dating Kayla Quick.
April 19, 2016: Leaves Live! for Good Morning America
On April 19, 2016, ABC announced that Michael Strahan would be leaving Live! with Kelly and Michael to work full-time on Good Morning America.
2016: Hosts The $100,000 Pyramid Revival
In 2016, Michael Strahan began hosting a summer revival of The $100,000 Pyramid for ABC.
2016: Joins Good Morning America Full-Time
In 2016, Michael Strahan left Live! with Kelly and Michael to join Good Morning America full-time.
December 2018: Volunteer Work at St. Jude
In December 2018, Michael Strahan volunteered at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and was featured in a series of holiday promotions.
2018: Co-hosts GMA Day
In 2018, Michael Strahan began co-hosting a daytime talk show spin-off of Good Morning America, originally titled GMA Day, alongside Sara Haines.
2018: Hosts Fox NFL Thursday
In 2018, Michael Strahan began hosting the Fox NFL Thursday pregame show, which is televised live from New York City.
January 2019: Show Retitled Strahan and Sara
In January 2019, GMA Day was retitled Strahan and Sara.
August 2019: Show Retitled Strahan, Sara and Keke
In August 2019, the show was retitled Strahan, Sara and Keke with the addition of Keke Palmer.
March 2020: Show Put on Hiatus
In March 2020, Strahan, Sara and Keke was put on hiatus due to COVID-19 pandemic coverage.
2020: Pyramid Not Aired
In 2020, Pyramid did not air due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
November 28, 2021: Giants Retire Number 92
On November 28, 2021, the New York Giants retired Michael Strahan's number 92 during a game against the Philadelphia Eagles.
December 11, 2021: Flies to Space Aboard Blue Origin
On December 11, 2021, Michael Strahan flew to space aboard the Blue Origin NS-19, becoming the tallest person to fly in space.
2021: Flies into Space
In 2021, Michael Strahan flew into space on Blue Origin NS-19's suborbital space flight.
2021: Single-Season Sack Record Matched
In 2021, T.J. Watt matched Michael Strahan's record for the most NFL single-season quarterback sacks.
2025: Inducted into College Football Hall of Fame
Michael Strahan was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2025.
