Michael Irvin

LOS ANGELES – JUN 5: Irvin at the Spike TV’s 4th Annual “Guys Choice Awards” at Sony Studios in Culver City, Los Angeles, California on June 05, 2010, photo by Joe Seer/Bigstock.com

Birth Name: Michael Jerome Irvin

Place of Birth: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, U.S.

Date of Birth: March 5, 1966

Ethnicity: African-American

Michael Irvin is an American professional football player and sports commentator. A wide receiver, he played his entire career with the Dallas Cowboys of the National Football League (NFL). Considered one of the greatest wide receivers, the Cowboys won three Super Bowls while he played for them. He has also been a broadcaster and analyst for ESPN and NFL Network, and co-hosts FS1 weekday morning debate show Undisputed. He was nicknamed “Playmaker.”

Michael is the son of Stella and Elder Irvin. He is married to Sandy Harrell. He has four children, including three with Sandy.

Michael’s paternal grandfather was Ruben Irvin (the son of Richard Irvin and Patience Mitchell).

Michael’s paternal grandmother was named Luetta Crawford.

Michael’s maternal grandfather was named Calvin Royster.

Michael’s maternal grandmother was named Della Chatman.