Early Life and Education of Troy Aikman: A Complete Timeline

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How education and upbringing influenced the life of Troy Aikman. A timeline of key moments.

Troy Aikman is a former NFL quarterback, primarily known for his successful tenure with the Dallas Cowboys. He began his college football career at Oklahoma before transferring to UCLA, where he won the Davey O'Brien Award. Drafted first overall by the Cowboys in 1989, Aikman led the team to six Pro Bowls and three Super Bowl victories, earning Super Bowl XXVII MVP honors. His achievements led to his induction into both the Pro Football Hall of Fame (2006) and the College Football Hall of Fame (2008).

November 21, 1966: Troy Aikman Born

On November 21, 1966, Troy Kenneth Aikman was born. He would grow up to become a professional football quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys.

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1984: First Freshman Starting Quarterback

In 1984, Troy Aikman became the first freshman to start at quarterback for Oklahoma since World War II, marking a significant milestone in his early football career.

1985: Ankle Injury and Transfer to UCLA

In 1985, Troy Aikman suffered a broken ankle during a game against Miami, leading to his being out for the season. Subsequently, he decided to transfer to UCLA due to Jamelle Holieway's establishment as the starting quarterback at Oklahoma.

April 8, 2000: Aikman marries Rhonda Worthey

On April 8, 2000, Troy Aikman married Rhonda Worthey in Plano, Texas.

2001: Aikman appears in The Simpsons and Billy Graham video

In 2001, Troy Aikman appeared in The Simpsons episode "Sunday, Cruddy Sunday" and participated in a video honoring Billy Graham's 83rd birthday.

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February 7, 2009: Aikman's College Hall of Fame induction honored

On February 7, 2009, Troy Aikman's induction into the College Hall of Fame was honored at a halftime ceremony during the UCLA-Notre Dame basketball game.

February 9, 2010: Aikman joins National Football Foundation Board of Directors

On February 9, 2010, Troy Aikman became a member of the National Football Foundation Board of Directors.

January 24, 2011: Aikman and Worthey announce separation

On January 24, 2011, Troy Aikman and Rhonda Worthey announced their separation.

April 12, 2011: Aikman and Worthey's divorce finalized

On April 12, 2011, Troy Aikman's divorce from Rhonda Worthey was finalized.

2011: Aikman participates in Billy Graham's birthday video

In 2011, Troy Aikman participated in a video honoring Billy Graham's 93rd birthday.

2011: Aikman joins Oxford Preparatory Academy Charter School Advisory Board

In the fall of 2011, Troy Aikman joined the Oxford Preparatory Academy Charter School Advisory Board in Southern California.

June 2, 2017: Aikman announces engagement to Catherine "Capa" Mooty

On June 2, 2017, Troy Aikman announced his engagement to Catherine "Capa" Mooty on Instagram.

September 1, 2017: Aikman marries Catherine Mooty

On September 1, 2017, Troy Aikman and Catherine Mooty married at the Biltmore Four Seasons in Montecito, California.

July 2023: Aikman and Mooty divorce

It was revealed in July 2023 that Troy Aikman and Catherine Mooty were officially divorced.