History of Terry Bradshaw in Timeline
Terry Bradshaw is a former NFL quarterback, playing 14 seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers, leading them to four Super Bowl victories. Since retiring from professional football, Bradshaw has become a prominent television sports analyst, most notably as a co-host on Fox NFL Sunday. Beyond sports broadcasting, Bradshaw has also pursued acting and music, appearing in films like 'Failure to Launch' and releasing country music albums, showcasing his diverse talents and career pursuits.
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1927: Birth of William Marvin Bradshaw
In 1927, William Marvin "Bill" Bradshaw, Terry Bradshaw's father, was born.
1929: Birth of Novis Gay
In 1929, Novis Gay, Terry Bradshaw's mother, was born.
September 2, 1948: Terry Bradshaw Born
On September 2, 1948, Terry Paxton Bradshaw was born. He later became a professional football quarterback and television sports analyst.
1965: State Championship Game Appearance
In 1965, Terry Bradshaw led the Woodlawn High School Knights to the AAA state championship game.
1966: Arrival at Louisiana Tech
In 1966, Terry Bradshaw arrived at Louisiana Tech, causing a media frenzy due to his football reputation.
1967: Robertson continued as starter
In 1967, Robertson continued as the starter at Louisiana Tech, ahead of Terry Bradshaw.
1968: Led Team to Rice Bowl Win
During the 1968 season, Terry Bradshaw amassed 2,890 total yards, ranking number one in the NCAA, and led his team to a 33-13 win over Akron in the Rice Bowl.
1968: Robertson skips year
In 1968, Robertson chose not to play at Louisiana Tech, opening the door for Terry Bradshaw.
1969: Melissa Babish, Miss Teenage America
In 1969, Melissa Babish was Miss Teenage America.
1969: Most Outstanding College Player
In 1969, Terry Bradshaw was considered the most outstanding college football player in the nation by professional scouts.
1969: Steelers win coin flip tiebreaker
In 1969, the Pittsburgh Steelers won a coin flip tiebreaker with the Chicago Bears to secure the first pick in the 1970 NFL draft, ultimately selecting Terry Bradshaw.
1970: Received Golden Plate Award
In 1970, Terry Bradshaw received the Golden Plate Award of the American Academy of Achievement.
1970: Drafted by Pittsburgh Steelers
In the 1970 NFL draft, Terry Bradshaw was selected as the first overall pick by the Pittsburgh Steelers.
1972: Marriage to Melissa Babish
In 1972, Terry Bradshaw married Melissa Babish (Miss Teenage America, 1969).
1972: Immaculate Reception
In 1972, Terry Bradshaw threw the "Immaculate Reception" pass to Franco Harris, a famous play that helped the Steelers beat the Raiders in the AFC Divisional playoffs.
1973: Divorce from Melissa Babish
In 1973, Terry Bradshaw divorced Melissa Babish.
1974: Wins Super Bowl IX
In 1974, Terry Bradshaw helped the Steelers win Super Bowl IX against the Minnesota Vikings 16-6. Bradshaw threw a fourth-quarter touchdown pass that helped secure the win.
1974: Steelers defeat the Bills in a playoff game
In 1974, Terry Bradshaw's Steelers defeated Joe Ferguson's Bills in a divisional playoff game.
1975: Second Super Bowl Win
In 1975, Terry Bradshaw won his second Super Bowl.
1976: Injuries and Outstanding Performance
In 1976, Neck and wrist injuries forced Terry Bradshaw to miss four games, but he had a stellar performance in a victory over the Baltimore Colts, achieving a perfect passer rating.
1976: Marriage to JoJo Starbuck
In 1976, Terry Bradshaw married ice skater JoJo Starbuck.
1976: Release of "I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry" Cover
In 1976, Terry Bradshaw's cover of "I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry" reached the top 20 on Billboard's country chart and number 91 on the Hot 100.
1976: Steelers Lose AFC Championship
In 1976, despite Bradshaw's strong performance, the Steelers' hopes for a three-peat ended when they lost to the Oakland Raiders in the AFC Championship game.
1978: Appearance in the Film Hooper
In 1978, Terry Bradshaw appeared in the film Hooper, which starred Burt Reynolds, Jan-Michael Vincent, and Sally Field.
1978: NFL MVP Award
In 1978, Terry Bradshaw was named the NFL's Most Valuable Player (MVP) by the Associated Press.
1978: Third Super Bowl Win
In 1978, Terry Bradshaw won his third Super Bowl.
1979: Fourth Super Bowl Win
In 1979, Terry Bradshaw won his fourth Super Bowl.
1980: Cameo in Smokey and the Bandit II
In 1980, Terry Bradshaw had a cameo in Smokey and the Bandit II, which starred Burt Reynolds, Jerry Reed, and Sally Field.
1980: Guest Commentator for CBS Sports
In 1980, Terry Bradshaw started working as a guest commentator for CBS Sports' NFC postseason broadcasts; he held this role until 1982.
1981: Appearance in The Cannonball Run
In 1981, Terry Bradshaw made an appearance in the film The Cannonball Run.
1982: Last Postseason Game
In 1982, Terry Bradshaw played his last postseason game, a Wild Card Round loss to the San Diego Chargers, where he completed 28 of 39 passes for 325 yards and two touchdowns.
March 1983: Elbow Surgery
In March 1983, Terry Bradshaw underwent off-season elbow surgery and was registered under the name "Thomas Brady" at the hospital to avoid paparazzi.
December 10, 1983: Final NFL Game
On December 10, 1983, Terry Bradshaw played his final NFL game against the New York Jets, where he threw his final pass and sustained a career-ending elbow injury.
1983: Marriage to Charla Hopkins and Divorce from JoJo Starbuck
In 1983, Terry Bradshaw divorced JoJo Starbuck and married family attorney Charla Hopkins.
1983: Bradshaw's Retirement and Draft Decision
In 1983, after Terry Bradshaw's elbow problems, the Steelers chose not to draft Dan Marino, a decision they later regretted.
July 24, 1984: Retirement from Football and Television Contract with CBS
On July 24, 1984, Terry Bradshaw retired from professional football and immediately signed a television contract with CBS to become an NFL game analyst.
1984: Inducted into Louisiana Tech Sports Hall of Fame
In 1984, Terry Bradshaw was inducted into the inaugural class of the Louisiana Tech sports hall of fame.
1988: Absence from Art Rooney's Funeral
In 1988, Terry Bradshaw did not attend the funeral of Steelers founder and owner Art Rooney, leading to an estrangement from the Steelers.
1989: Inducted into Pro Football Hall of Fame
In 1989, Terry Bradshaw was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
1990: Promotion to Television Studio Analyst for The NFL Today
In 1990, Terry Bradshaw was promoted to television studio analyst for The NFL Today, where he co-hosted with Greg Gumbel through the 1993 season.
1993: Final season co-hosting The NFL Today with Greg Gumbel
In 1993, Terry Bradshaw concluded his time co-hosting The NFL Today with Greg Gumbel.
1994: Bradshaw becomes a sports analyst
In 1994, Terry Bradshaw became a television sports analyst and co-host of Fox NFL Sunday.
1994: Joining Fox NFL Sunday
In 1994, Terry Bradshaw joined Fox NFL Sunday, acting as a comic foil to his co-hosts.
1994: Guest Appearance in The Adventures of Brisco County, Jr.
In 1994, Terry Bradshaw made a guest appearance in The Adventures of Brisco County, Jr., playing Colonel Forrest March.
1996: Sideline Reporter for Bull Riders Only World Championship
In 1996, Terry Bradshaw served as the sideline reporter for the Bull Riders Only World Championship event in Las Vegas on Fox.
1996: Inducted into College Football Hall of Fame
In 1996, Terry Bradshaw was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame.
July 1997: Hall of Fame Presenter
In July 1997, Terry Bradshaw served as the presenter when Mike Webster, his center on the Steelers' Super Bowl XIII and XIV title teams, was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
1997: Hosting Home Team with Terry Bradshaw
In 1997, Terry Bradshaw hosted a short-lived television series called Home Team with Terry Bradshaw.
1999: Divorce from Charla Hopkins
In 1999, Terry Bradshaw divorced Charla Hopkins, with whom he had two daughters, Erin and Rachel.
December 16, 2000: Absence from the Last Game at Three Rivers Stadium
On December 16, 2000, Terry Bradshaw was with the Fox NFL Sunday crew, doing their pregame show aboard the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman, while Fox covered the last regular-season game at Three Rivers Stadium.
October 11, 2001: Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
On October 11, 2001, Terry Bradshaw received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, becoming the first NFL player to do so.
2001: Formation of FitzBradshaw Racing
In 2001, Terry Bradshaw entered NASCAR by joining with HighLine Performance Group to form FitzBradshaw Racing.
2001: Hosting Digi-Bowl Special on Fox Kids
In 2001, Terry Bradshaw hosted a Digi-Bowl special on Fox Kids, providing commentary from the NFL on Fox studio in-between episodes of Digimon: Digital Monsters.
September 2002: Return to Pittsburgh for Mike Webster's Funeral
In September 2002, Terry Bradshaw returned to Pittsburgh to attend the funeral of his friend and former teammate, Mike Webster.
October 2002: Return to Steelers Sideline After 20 Years
In October 2002, Terry Bradshaw returned to the Steelers sideline for the first time in 20 years for a Monday night game between the Steelers and the Indianapolis Colts.
2002: Hosting Final Digi-Bowl Special on Fox Kids
In 2002, Terry Bradshaw hosted his final Digi-Bowl special on Fox Kids, providing commentary from the NFL on Fox studio in-between episodes of Digimon: Digital Monsters.
2003: Coverage of Steelers' 1,000th Game
In 2003, Terry Bradshaw covered the Steelers' 1,000th game in franchise history for Fox at Heinz Field.
2004: Arrival of Ben Roethlisberger
In 2004, Ben Roethlisberger arrived, providing the Steelers with a consistent quarterback after a period of inconsistency following Bradshaw's retirement.
February 6, 2006: Appearance on The Tonight Show
On February 6, 2006, Terry Bradshaw appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and explained why he did not attend the Super Bowl XL pregame celebration.
April 2006: Donation to Louisiana Tech
In April 2006, Terry Bradshaw donated his Super Bowl rings, Hall of Fame rings, bust, replica Super Bowl trophies, helmet, and jersey to Louisiana Tech.
2006: Appearance in Failure to Launch
In 2006, Terry Bradshaw appeared in the movie Failure to Launch, playing the parent of Matthew McConaughey's character.
2006: End of Ownership in FitzBradshaw Racing
In 2006, Terry Bradshaw ended his ownership in FitzBradshaw Racing.
September 2007: Top-Ranked Former Pro Football Player in Davie-Brown Index
As of September 2007, Terry Bradshaw was the top-ranked former pro football player in the Davie-Brown Index, which surveys consumers to determine a celebrity's appeal and trust levels.
November 5, 2007: 75th Anniversary All-Time Team
On November 5, 2007, during a Monday Night Football game, Terry Bradshaw joined former teammates to accept their position on the Steelers' 75th Anniversary All-Time Team.
2007: Rachel Bradshaw Appears in Nashville
In 2007, Rachel Bradshaw, Terry Bradshaw's daughter, appeared in Nashville, a reality television series about young musicians.
2007: Appearance on Steelers All-Time Team
In 2007, Terry Bradshaw appeared to take his position on the Steelers All-Time Team as part of the team's 75th-anniversary festivities.
2010: Hosting Television Shows Produced by United States Media Television
Since 2010, Terry Bradshaw has been hosting television shows produced by United States Media Television.
2012: Support for Newt Gingrich and Criticism of Terrell Suggs
In 2012, Terry Bradshaw publicly supported Newt Gingrich for the Republican presidential nomination on Fox News and criticized Terrell Suggs for comments about Tim Tebow's Christian faith.
July 8, 2014: Marriage to Tammy
On July 8, 2014, Terry Bradshaw married Tammy, his girlfriend of 15 years.
2014: Chuck Noll's death
In 2014, Chuck Noll died. Terry Bradshaw had an uneasy relationship with Noll during his playing days, but the two made peace (at least publicly) before Noll's death.
2014: Death of William Marvin Bradshaw
In 2014, William Marvin "Bill" Bradshaw, Terry Bradshaw's father, passed away.
2016: Interview with NFL Films for A Football Life
In 2016, Terry Bradshaw discussed his relationship with Chuck Noll in an interview with NFL Films for an episode of A Football Life, stating that they had a culture clash and that Noll belittled him.
2016: Leading Role in Better Late Than Never
In 2016, Terry Bradshaw had a leading role in the NBC reality-travel series Better Late Than Never, traveling around the world with other celebrities.
2017: Appearance in Father Figures
In 2017, Terry Bradshaw appeared as himself in the comedy film Father Figures.
2017: Criticism of President Donald Trump
In 2017, Terry Bradshaw criticized President Donald Trump during an episode of FOX NFL Sunday, stating that the President should focus on North Korea and healthcare instead of ripping into athletes and the NFL.
2018: Leading Role in Better Late Than Never
In 2018, Terry Bradshaw had a leading role in the NBC reality-travel series Better Late Than Never, traveling around the world with other celebrities.
January 16, 2019: Competition on The Masked Singer as "Deer"
On January 16, 2019, Terry Bradshaw competed in season one of The Masked Singer as "Deer".
October 12, 2019: Competition on Celebrity Family Feud
On October 12, 2019, Terry Bradshaw and his family competed against Adam Rippon's team on Celebrity Family Feud, reaching the final round but failing to score 200 points.
2019: Comments on Donald Trump's Planned Attendance at a College Football Game
In 2019, Terry Bradshaw appeared on Fox & Friends and commented on Donald Trump's planned attendance of a regular-season game between the University of Alabama and Louisiana State University, stating that he respects Donald Trump "having the guts to go in there."
January 2, 2020: Appearance on Last Man Standing
On January 2, 2020, Terry Bradshaw was on the season-eight premiere of Last Man Standing.
September 17, 2020: Premiere of The Bradshaw Bunch
On September 17, 2020, Terry Bradshaw and his family premiered their new E! reality show The Bradshaw Bunch.
2020: Launch of Terry Bradshaw Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
In 2020, Terry Bradshaw launched Terry Bradshaw Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, a collaboration with Silver Screen Bottling Company, boasting 51.9 percent ABV (103.8 proof).
September 2022: Disclosure of Cancer Treatment
In September 2022, Terry Bradshaw revealed he had been treated for bladder cancer and neck cancer between 2021 and 2022 after viewers expressed concern during his appearance on Fox NFL Sunday.
2022: Release of Documentary
In 2022, the documentary "Section 1" by Secret Base's Jon Bois and Alex Rubenstein was released, covering the story of Donald Kroner's plane crash after the Steelers vs. Colts game in 1976.
2023: Death of Novis Gay
In 2023, Novis Gay, Terry Bradshaw's mother, passed away.
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