Steve Gleason was signed by the Indianapolis Colts as an undrafted free agent in 2000. He retired from the NFL after eight seasons in 2008.
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| Bio & Family |
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| Name | Steve Gleason |
| Birth Name | Stephen Michael Gleason |
| DOB | March 19, 1977 |
| Place of Birth | Spokane, Washington, United States |
| Age | 42 |
| Father’s Name | Mike Gleason |
| Mother’s Name | Gail Gleason |
| Siblings | One |
| Brother/s | Kyle Gleason |
| Sister/s | NA |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Religion | Christianity |
| High School | Gonzaga Preparatory School |
| College/University | Washington State University |
| Career & Net Worth |
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| Profession | Sports Personality |
| Career | 2000-2006 |
| Known For | NFL, New Orleans Saints |
| Net Worth | $1 Million |
| Salary | NA |
| Notable Credits | Was honored with a Congressional Gold Medal for his contributions to ALS awareness on January 15, 2020 |
| Personal Life |
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| Gay/Lesbian | No |
| Relationship Status | Married |
| Husband/Wife | Michel Varisco Gleason |
| Boyfriend/Girlfriend | NA |
| Engaged | NA |
| Wedding Date | May 16, 2008 |
| Children | One |
| Son/s | Rivers Gleason |
| Daughter/s | Not Yet |
| Divorce | Not Yet |
| Body Measurements |
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| Height | 5 feet 11 inches (1.80 meters) |
| Weight | 212 lbs (96 kg) |
| Measurements | NA |
| Shoe Size | NA |
| Hair Color | Dark Brown |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Trivia |
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- Steve revealed that he was battling amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig’s disease) in 2011. His experiences with the disease were even featured in the 2016 documentary Gleason.
- He received the 2015 George Halas Award from the Pro Football Writers Association.
- He earned consecutive defensive MVP awards as a linebacker in the Greater Spokane League (GSL), while at high school.
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