Early Life and Education of Terry Bradshaw: A Complete Timeline
An overview of the childhood and early education of Terry Bradshaw, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.
Terry Bradshaw is a former NFL quarterback who played 14 seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers, leading them to four Super Bowl victories in a six-year span. He was the first quarterback to win three and then four Super Bowls. Inducted into both the Pro Football Hall of Fame (1989) and the College Football Hall of Fame (1996), Bradshaw has also had a successful post-football career as a television sports analyst, most notably on Fox NFL Sunday. Beyond sports, Bradshaw has ventured into acting and music, appearing in films like 'Failure to Launch' and releasing several country music albums.
September 2, 1948: Terry Bradshaw Born
On September 2, 1948, Terry Paxton Bradshaw was born. He would become a professional football quarterback.
1948: Birth in Shreveport, Louisiana
In 1948, Terry Bradshaw was born in Shreveport, Louisiana.
1965: State Championship Game
In 1965, Terry Bradshaw led Woodlawn High School to the AAA state championship game, but they lost to Sulphur.
1966: Arrival at Louisiana Tech
In 1966, Terry Bradshaw arrived at Louisiana Tech, creating a media frenzy due to his football reputation.
1967: Second season at Louisiana Tech
In 1967, Terry Bradshaw played his second season at Louisiana Tech.
1968: Junior Season at Louisiana Tech
During the 1968 season, Terry Bradshaw amassed 2,890 total yards and led his team to a 9-2 record.
1968: Robertson's Decision
In 1968, Robertson chose not to play, allowing Terry Bradshaw to pursue his career.
1969: Melissa Babish: Miss Teenage America
In 1969, Melissa Babish becomes Miss Teenage America.
1969: Steelers Get First Pick
In 1969, the Pittsburgh Steelers received the first pick in the draft after winning a coin flip tiebreaker.
1972: Marriage to Melissa Babish
In 1972, Bradshaw married Melissa Babish, his first marriage.
1973: Divorce from Melissa Babish
In 1973, Bradshaw divorced Melissa Babish.
1976: Marriage to JoJo Starbuck
In 1976, Bradshaw married ice skater JoJo Starbuck.
1983: Divorce from JoJo Starbuck and Marriage to Charla Hopkins
In 1983, Bradshaw divorced JoJo Starbuck and married family attorney Charla Hopkins.
1988: Death of Art Rooney
In 1988, Bradshaw did not attend the funeral of Steelers owner Art Rooney, leading to an estrangement from the team.
July 1997: Presenter for Mike Webster's Hall of Fame Induction
In July 1997, Terry Bradshaw presented Mike Webster at his Pro Football Hall of Fame induction.
1999: Divorce from Charla Hopkins
In 1999, Bradshaw divorced Charla Hopkins.
December 16, 2000: Three Rivers Stadium Finale
On December 16, 2000, during the final regular-season game at Three Rivers Stadium, Bradshaw was with Fox NFL Sunday, expressing regret for not being there due to discomfort with crowds.
September 2002: Return to Pittsburgh for Mike Webster's Funeral
In September 2002, Bradshaw returned to Pittsburgh for the first time in years to attend the funeral of his friend and former teammate Mike Webster.
October 2002: Return to Steelers Sideline
In October 2002, Bradshaw returned to the Steelers sideline for the first time in 20 years during a Monday night game.
2004: Arrival of Ben Roethlisberger
In 2004, the Steelers found a consistent quarterback in Ben Roethlisberger.
February 6, 2006: Appearance on The Tonight Show
On February 6, 2006, Terry Bradshaw appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno to discuss why he did not attend the Super Bowl MVP Parade.
2007: Daughter's appearance in Nashville
In 2007, Rachel Bradshaw appeared in Nashville, a reality TV series.
2012: Support for Newt Gingrich and Criticism of Terrell Suggs
In 2012, Bradshaw publicly supported Newt Gingrich's presidential candidacy and criticized Terrell Suggs for his remarks about Tim Tebow's faith.
July 8, 2014: Marriage to Tammy
On July 8, 2014, Bradshaw married Tammy, his girlfriend of 15 years.
2014: Chuck Noll's Death
In 2014, Chuck Noll, the head coach of the Steelers during Bradshaw's playing days, passed away. Bradshaw had a complicated relationship with Noll but made peace before his death.
2014: Death of Father, William Marvin "Bill" Bradshaw
In 2014, Terry Bradshaw's father, William Marvin "Bill" Bradshaw, passed away.
2016: Comments on Chuck Noll Relationship
In 2016, during an interview with NFL Films for A Football Life about Chuck Noll, Bradshaw discussed the culture clash and his feeling of being belittled by Noll.
2017: Criticism of President Donald Trump
In 2017, Bradshaw criticized President Donald Trump's handling of NFL player protests during the national anthem on Fox NFL Sunday.
2019: Comments on Trump's Attendance at Football Game
In 2019, Bradshaw commented on Donald Trump's planned attendance at a University of Alabama vs. Louisiana State University game, stating he respected Trump's 'guts' to attend.
September 17, 2020: Premiere of The Bradshaw Bunch
On September 17, 2020, Bradshaw and his family premiered their new E! reality show The Bradshaw Bunch.
September 2022: Cancer Diagnosis Revealed
In September 2022, Bradshaw revealed that he had been treated for bladder cancer and neck cancer between 2021 and 2022 after viewers expressed concern about his appearance on Fox NFL Sunday.
2023: Death of Mother, Novis Bradshaw
In 2023, Terry Bradshaw's mother, Novis Bradshaw, passed away.
