Antonio Ramiro Romo, better known as Tony Romo, is a former American professional football player who played as the starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys of the National Football League (NFL) for his entire 13-year career.
Before playing in the NFL, Romo played football at Eastern Illinois University, where he had a successful career.
In 2001, he led the team to the Ohio Valley Conference Championship Finals.
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- Full name: Antonio Ramiro Romo
- Stage Name: Tony Romo
- Date of birth: April 21, 1980
- Age: 44 years old
- Place of birth: San Diego, California
- Nationality: American
- Occupation: Former American football quarterback.
- Height: 1.88m
- Parents: Joan Romo and Ramiro Romo.
- Siblings: Danielle Romo and Jossalyn Romo.
- Spouse: Candice Crawford Romo
- Children: Hawkins Romo, Rivers Romo and Jones Romo.
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $70 million.
Early life and education
Antonio Ramiro Romo was born on April 21, 1980, in San Diego, California, to parents Joan and Ramiro Romo. He grew up with his siblings, Danielle Romo and Jossalyn Romo.
Despite being a standout player at Burlington High School in Wisconsin, Romo was not recruited by any major college football programs. Instead, he attended Eastern Illinois University, a Division I-AA school in Charleston, Illinois.
Career
Tony Romo was an undrafted free agent who signed with the Dallas Cowboys in 2003. He was a backup quarterback before becoming the Cowboys’ starting quarterback in 2006.
Known for his accuracy, decisive playmaking and impressive on-field skills, Romo has established himself as one of the most talented quarterbacks of his era, beloved by Dallas Cowboys fans for his dynamic and exciting style of play.
However, Romo’s career has also been plagued by injuries. In 2016, he lost his starting position to rookie Dak Prescott after suffering a preseason injury.
Romo retired from the NFL in 2017 and moved on to a successful broadcasting career, where he was praised for his insightful football commentary.
Despite the ups and downs, Romo’s 13-year tenure with the Cowboys cemented his legacy as a beloved figure in Dallas and one of the most skilled quarterbacks of his generation.
Social Media
- Instagram Name: @tony. romo
- Facebook Name: Tony Romo
- Twitter Username: Tony Romo
Personal life
Former NFL quarterback Tony Romo is actually married. In 2011, he married Candice Crawford Romo, a sports journalist. The couple first met when Candice was an intern for the Dallas Cowboys, the team for which Romo played throughout his professional career.
The couple started dating in 2009, and after two years of courtship, they exchanged vows in 2011. Since then, Tony and Candice have welcomed three children into their family. Their sons are Hawkins Romo, Rivers Romo, and Jones Romo.
Net asset value
Tony Romo is a retired American football player who spent the majority of his 14-year career as the starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys. During his time in the NFL, Romo earned a significant amount of money through his player contracts.
Romo’s total career earnings from NFL salaries alone are estimated to exceed $127 million. Romo’s current net worth is estimated to be around $70 million.
