Gary Lineker, a former English professional footballer, has become a household name in the sporting world.
Renowned for his skills on the pitch and his charisma on screen, Lineker is widely regarded as one of the most talented strikers of his generation.
He has transformed himself into a successful TV presenter and analyst, making him a beloved figure in English football.
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- Full name: Gary Lineker
- Date of Birth: November 30, 1960
- Age: 63
- Gender: Male
- Birthplace: Leicester, England
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: Sports announcer
- Height: 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm)
- Parents: Margaret P. (mother) and Barry Lineker (father)
- Siblings: Wayne Lineker (brother)
- Spouse: Michelle Cockayne (divorced), Danielle Bux (divorced)
- Children: 4
- Marital status: Divorced
- Net worth: $6 million
Early life and education
Gary Lineker, 63, was born in Leicester, England on November 30, 1960. He grew up in a working-class family with his parents Margaret Lineker and Barry Lineker and his younger brother Wayne.
Lineker attended Caldecott Road School and then Leicester Boys’ Grammar School (now City of Leicester College).
Although one of Lineker’s teachers once expressed doubts about his future in football, Lineker’s passion for the sport has never wavered.
Personal life
Gary Lineker has been married twice. His first wife was Michelle Cockayne, whom he married in 1986, and they have four sons: George, Harry, Tobias and Angus Lineker.
Unfortunately, the couple divorced in 2006. Lineker married his second wife, Danielle Bax, in 2009 but divorced in 2016.
Lineker’s romantic relationships have been the focus of media attention throughout his career.
Profession
Lineker’s football career began when he joined Leicester City Football Club in 1978. He quickly became a prolific goalscorer and was one of the top scorers in the First Division in the 1984-1985 season.
Lineker’s international career has been equally impressive. He holds the record for England’s World Cup goalscoring career with 10.
After retiring from football, Lineker embarked on a successful media career, hosting the BBC’s flagship football programme Match of the Day since the late 1990s.
Lineker has also covered the UEFA Champions League for Al Jazeera Sport, Eredivisie Live, NBC Sport and BT Sport.
net worth
Gary Lineker’s net worth is estimated to be $6 million.
His successful career as a sports broadcaster and his previous earnings from football contributed to his financial success.
Social Media
- Instagram: @garylineker
- Twitter: @GaryLineker
