Shannon Sharpe is an American former professional football player who played 14 seasons in the National Football League, primarily with the Denver Broncos.

Shannon Sharpe Wiki/Bio
Real Name | Shannon Sharpe |
Nickname | Shannon Sharpe |
Profession | Former football player |
Date of Birth | 26 June 1968 |
Age | 57 years, as of 2025 |
Birth Place | Chicago, Illinois, United States |
Nationality | American |
Hometown | Chicago, Illinois, United States |
Gender | Male |
Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
Ethnicity | Not known |
Religion | Christian |
Social Media | Instagram X (Twitter) |
Education Qualification
School | Glennville High School |
College | Savannah State University |
Education Qualification | Graduation |
Shannon Sharpe Age
Shannon Sharpe was born on 26 June 1968 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. He is 57 years old as of 2025, and his zodiac sign is Cancer.

Shannon Sharpe Relationships
Marital Status | Unmarried |
Affairs/Girlfriend | Erika Evans (ex-girlfriend) Katy Kellner (ex-girlfriend) |
Spouse/Wife | N/A |
Children | Son – Kiari Daughter – Kayla and Kaley |
Shannon Sharpe Family
Father’s Name | Pete Sharpe |
Mother’s Name | Mary Alice Dixon |
Brother’s Name | Sterling Sharpe (older) |
Sister’s Name | Update soon |
Career
Debut | High School – Glennville College – Savannah State (1968-1989) NFL Draft – 1990, 77th round, 192nd pick by Denver Broncos |
Shannon Sharpe Awards and Highlights –
- 3x Super Bowl Champion (XXXII, XXXIII, XXXV)
- 4x First-team All-Pro (1993, 1996, 1997, 1998)
- Second-team All-Pro (1995)
- 8x Pro Bowl (1992-1998, 2001)
- NFL 1990s All-Decade Team
- Denver Broncos Ring of Fame
- Denver Broncos 50th Anniversary Team
- First-team Dll All-American (1989)
- SIAD Player of the Year (1987)
- 3x First-team All-SIAC (1987-1989)
- Savannah State Tigers No.2 retired
- Savannah State Athletics Hall of Fame
- Black College Football Hall of Fame
NFL Record –
- Most receiving yards by a tight end in a game: 214.
Shannon Sharpe Height And Weight
Height (approx) | In centimeters – 188 cm In meters – 1.88m In feet & inches – 6’2” |
Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 103 kg In pounds – 228 lbs |
Eye Colour | Black |
Hair Colour | Black |
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Shannon Sharpe Net Worth
Net Worth (approx) | $14 Million (As of 2025) |
Annual Income (approx) | Under review |
Salary (approx) | Update soon |
Income Source | Salary, game, endorsement, etc. |

Some Lesser Facts About Shannon Sharpe –
- Shannon Sharpe was born in Chicago, Illinois, USA, and grew up in Glennville, Georgia.
- Sharper is the younger brother of former NFL star wide receiver Sterling Sharpe.
- He attended Glennville High School, where he was an all-state player in three sports.
- He once joked, “We were so poor, a robber once broke into our house and we ended up robbing the robber.”
- Sharpe was a three-time All-Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference selection from 1987 to 1989.
- As a senior, Sharper caught 61 passes for 1,312 yards and 18 touchdowns, including three games with more than 200 yards.
- He was drafted by the Denver Broncos in the 1990 NFL Draft in the 7th round, 192nd pick.
- He was in a relationship with fitness trainer and nutrition coach Kate Kellner for several years.
- Shannon shares three children: son, Kiari, and two daughters, Kayla and Kaley, with his ex, Erika Evans.
- He won two Super Bowls with Denver Broncos teammate John Elway.
- He co-hosted the sports debate show Skip and Shannon: Undisputed from 2016 until 2023 with Skip Bayless.
- He competed in football, basketball, and track and field while attending Savannah State University.
FAQ:
How old is Shannon Sharpe?
57 years, as of 2025
Who is Shannon Sharpe’s wife?
Shannon Sharpe has never married anyone.
What is Shannon Sharpe’s net worth?
Approx – $14 Million (as of 2025)
Does Shannon Sharpe have any children?
He shares three children with his ex, Erika Evans.
Who is Shannon Sharpe’s twin brother?
Shannon Sharpe had an older brother named Starling Sharpe.
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