Lawrence Julius Taylor, commonly known as LT, is a former American football player who played for the New York Giants in the National Football League (NFL).
He is widely considered one of the greatest defensive players ever.
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- Full name: Lawrence Julius Taylor
- Date of birth: February 4, 1959
- Age: 64 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Williamsburg, Virginia, United States
- Nationality: American
- Occupation: Former American football player
- Height: 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
- Parents: Clarence and Iris Taylor
- Brothers and sisters: Two brothers
- Spouse: Linda Taylor (Div.)
- Children: Three children
- Relationship status: None
- Net worth: $16 million
Early life and education
Now 64 years old, Lawrence Taylor was born on February 4, 1959, in Williamsburg, Virginia.
He grew up in a working-class family, with his father, Clarence, working as a dispatcher at the Newport News shipyard and his mother, Iris, a teacher.
Taylor had two older brothers and was known as a spoiled brat who often challenged authority.
Taylor’s passion for football developed quite late and he only began playing organized high school football in his sophomore year.
He attended Lafayette High School and graduated in 1977. Taylor then attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he played college football.
He excelled at linebacker and set numerous defensive records. Taylor was named a first-team All-American and Atlantic Coast Conference Player of the Year in 1980.
He decided to skip his senior year of college and enter the NFL Draft.
Personal life
Throughout his life, Lawrence Taylor had a controversial personal life. He was married and divorced, with his ex-wife Linda Taylor.
They have three children together, including Paula, Tanisha and Whitney. Taylor has also been involved in various legal issues, including drug abuse and arrests.
He has struggled with addiction and has been open about his battle with drugs, particularly cocaine. Taylor has gone through multiple rehab stints and faced legal consequences for his actions.
In recent years, he has made efforts to kick his addiction and is involved in various television and business ventures.
Career
Lawrence Taylor’s football career began when the New York Giants selected him as the second overall pick in the 1981 NFL Draft.
He quickly made his mark and was named the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year in 1981.
Throughout the 1980s and early 1990s, Taylor was a dominant force at full-back, transforming the position with his pace and aggression.
He won numerous awards, including three NFL Defensive Player of the Year awards and two Super Bowl championships with the Giants (Super Bowl XXI and XXV).
Net worth
Lawrence Taylor’s estimated net worth is $16 million. This estimate is based on his successful football career, endorsement deals, and business ventures.
Argumentative
Throughout his life, Lawrence Taylor faced much controversy due to his struggles with drugs and legal issues.
He has been open about his struggles with addiction, including cocaine use, and has faced several arrests. Taylor’s off-field behaviour often overshadowed his footballing achievements, leading to a controversial reputation.
Social media
- Twitter Username: @LT_56
- Instagram Name: @officiallawrencetaylor
List of movies played
- Any Sunday
- The Sopranos
- Water Boy
- Axis
- Grand Theft Auto: Vice City
- Blitz: League
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