Troy Aikman
About
Biography
Biography
In addition to being an accomplished football star, Troy Aikman also revealed his skills as a vibrant entertainer. He had a part on the television special "Kathie Lee Gifford's Celebration of Motherhood" (1992-93). He worked in television in his early acting career, including a part on "Coach" (1988-1997). Early in his acting career, Aikman could be seen on award shows like "Jim Thorpe Pro Sports Awards Presented by Footlocker" (1992-93) and "The 28th Academy of Country Music Awards" (1992-93). As a voice actor, Aikman brought to life a variety of characters in "The Simpsons" (1989-). He appeared in a number of television specials, including "A Phyllis George Special" (1993-94), "Sports Illustrated For Kids Slam Dunk, Home Run, Touchdown TV Sports Quiz" (1993-94) and "The Dallas Cowboys Celebrate Special Olympics" (1994-95). He also appeared in "Super Bowl XXX" (1995-96) and "ABC's Monday Night Football Mania!" (1996-97). He also worked in television during these years, including a part on "Go For It! TV" (2001-02). He also appeared as himself in the Tom Cruise smash hit comedic drama "Jerry Maguire" (1996). Additionally, he appeared in a number of television specials, including "Before They Were Pros" (1997-98) and "Clear Channel/Citizens Helping Heroes Benefit Special" (2004-05). He also lent his distinctive voice to "King of the Hill" (1996-2009). Aikman most recently appeared on "The 50th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards" (2014-15). Aikman was married to Rhonda Worthey.
Filmography
Cast (Feature Film)
Misc. Crew (Feature Film)
Cast (Special)
Life Events
1984
Was offered a contract to play for New York Mets after high school; the turned down the offer to attend University of Oklahoma
1989
Won the Davey O'Brien Award as the nation's top quarterback
1989
Was the No. 1 overall pick in 1989 NFL Draft and was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys
1993
Named MVP of Super Bowl XXVII
1996
Played himself in the acclaimed drama "Jerry Maguire," starring Tom Cruise
2001
Retired from professional football
2001
Joined Fox's National Football Conference telecasts as a color commentator
2002
Named Fox's lead announcer along with Joe Buck and Cris Collinsworth
2006
Elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame
2008
Inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame
2011
Executive produced and appeared in "Inside the Rings" for Fox Sports Network
