Early Life and Education of Pete Rose: A Complete Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Pete Rose. A timeline of key moments.

Pete Rose, nicknamed "Charlie Hustle," was a prominent MLB player and manager from 1963-1989. Notably with the Cincinnati Reds' "Big Red Machine" in the 1970s, he also played for the Philadelphia Phillies, winning a World Series in 1980, and briefly for the Montreal Expos. Rose managed the Reds from 1984-1989.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals Legacy & Impact

April 14, 1941: Pete Rose's Birth

On April 14, 1941, Peter Edward Rose Sr., also known as "Charlie Hustle," was born. He would later become a prominent American professional baseball player and manager.

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1963: Rose Earns Nickname 'Charlie Hustle'

In 1963 during a spring training game against the New York Yankees, Whitey Ford gave Pete Rose the nickname "Charlie Hustle" after Rose ran to first base after drawing a walk. Rose embraced the nickname.

January 25, 1964: Rose Marries Karolyn Englehardt

On January 25, 1964, Pete Rose married Karolyn Englehardt.

1969: Birth of Pete Rose Jr.

In 1969, Pete Rose and Karolyn Englehardt had their son, Pete Rose Jr.

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1978: Paternity Suit Filed Against Rose

In 1978, a paternity suit was filed against Pete Rose, naming him as the father of Morgan Erin Rubio.

1980: Rose Divorces Karolyn Englehardt

In 1980, Pete Rose and Karolyn Englehardt divorced.

1984: Rose Marries Carol J. Woliung

In 1984, Pete Rose married his second wife, Carol J. Woliung.

1989: Birth of Cara Rose

In 1989, Pete Rose and Carol J. Woliung had their daughter, Cara Rose, two days before Rose's banishment from MLB.

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January 7, 1991: Rose is released from prison

On January 7, 1991, Pete Rose was released from prison after paying $366,041 in back taxes and interest and being required to perform 1,000 hours of community service.

1996: Rose Acknowledges Rubio as Daughter

In 1996, Pete Rose acknowledged that Morgan Erin Rubio was his daughter in a settlement of the paternity lawsuit.

1997: Pete Rose Jr.'s Major League Stint

In 1997, Pete Rose's son, Pete Jr., spent an 11-game stint with the Reds in the major leagues after 16 years as a minor league player.

1998: Rose's WrestleMania Appearance

In 1998, Pete Rose started appearing at World Wrestling Federation's WrestleMania pay-per-view event, serving as "guest ring announcer" and being Tombstone Piledrivered by Kane.

2000: Rose's WrestleMania Appearance Continued

In 2000, Pete Rose continued appearing at World Wrestling Federation's WrestleMania pay-per-view event, being thwarted by Kane and Rikishi.

2002: Rose Appears in WWE No Mercy Commercial

In 2002, Pete Rose appeared in a Halloween-themed commercial for WWE's No Mercy event and was chokeslammed by Kane.

January 8, 2004: Rose Admits to Betting in Autobiography

On January 8, 2004, Pete Rose publicly admitted to betting on baseball games and other sports, including Reds games, in his autobiography, My Prison Without Bars, published by Rodale, Inc., and in an interview on ABC's Primetime Thursday.

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2004: Rose Inducted into WWE Hall of Fame

In 2004, Pete Rose was inducted into the "Celebrity Wing" of the WWE Hall of Fame, becoming the first celebrity inductee, with Kane performing the induction at a ceremony prior to WrestleMania XX.

2009: Rose Discusses Relationship with Kiana Kim

In 2009, Pete Rose discussed his relationship with Kiana Kim, a Playboy model, stating her pursuit of a Playboy opportunity.

March 22, 2010: Rose Guest Hosts WWE Raw

On March 22, 2010, Pete Rose was the guest host on WWE Raw, setting up a match between Shawn Michaels and Kane, and later being attacked offscreen by Kane.

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March 2011: Rose Files for Divorce from Carol Woliung

In March 2011, Pete Rose filed for divorce from his second wife, Carol J. Woliung, citing irreconcilable differences.

2011: Rose and Kim Engaged

In 2011, Pete Rose and Kiana Kim became engaged. They appeared on a national Skechers commercial which aired during Super Bowl XLVIII.

August 27, 2012: Rose Mentioned on WWE Television

On August 27, 2012, Pete Rose was briefly mentioned on WWE television, with Kane stating his unhealthy obsession with torturing him, and Rose was later interviewed on WWE.com about his experiences with Kane's anger.

January 14, 2013: Pete Rose: Hits & Mrs. Premieres on TLC

On January 14, 2013, a reality show called Pete Rose: Hits & Mrs., which followed Pete Rose and Kiana Kim, and his two stepchildren Cassie and Ashton, premiered on TLC.

March 2014: Rose Earns Over $1,000,000 Annually from Autograph Signings

As of March 2014, Pete Rose was earning more than $1,000,000 annually from paid public appearances and autograph signings, including events in Cooperstown during Hall of Fame induction weekend.

June 16, 2014: Rose Guest Manages Bridgeport Bluefish

On June 16, 2014, Pete Rose returned to managing a professional baseball team for one game as guest manager of the Bridgeport Bluefish, which did not violate his ban due to the team being unaffiliated with MLB. Rose coached first base, signed autographs, and saw the Bluefish defeat the Lancaster Barnstormers 2-0.