Charles Tillman Age, Wiki and Bio

Charles Tillman

Quick Info

ProfessionNFL Player
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth23/02/1981
Age44 years
BirthplaceChicago, Illinois, USA

Bio/Wiki

Full NameCharles Anthony Tillman
NicknamePeanut
Zodiac SignPisces
HometownChicago

Physical Stats & More

Height6' 1" (186 cm)
Weight90 Kg (200 lbs)
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack
Body Measurements
Chest42 Inches
Waist34 Inches
Biceps12 Inches

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolCopperas Cove High School, Texas
College/UniversityUniversity of Louisiana at Lafayette (ULL)
DegreeBachelor's degree in criminal justice

Personal Life

ReligionChristianity
EthnicityBlack
Food HabitNon-vegetarian
Hobbies
  • Travelling
  • Spending time in nature
Tattoo(s)Designs on both arms

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried

Family

WifeJackie Tillman
Children
SonTysen
Daughters
  • Tiana
  • Talya
  • 3 others
FatherDonald Tillman Jr.
Siblings
Brother1
Sisters2

Career

OverviewCharles Tillman, a former cornerback in the National Football League (NFL), made his professional debut on September 7, 2003, for the Chicago Bears. He played a crucial role in various NFL teams, earning recognition for his defensive prowess and skills.
Teams
  • Chicago Bears (2003–2014)
  • Carolina Panthers (2015)
Debut7 September 2003 for Chicago Bears
Jersey Numbers
  • #33
  • #31
Achievements
  • Most forced fumbles in a season (10 in 2012)
  • Most forced fumbles in a game (4)
  • First-team All-Sun Belt (2001, 2002)
  • FD Defensive Rookie of the Year (2003)
  • Pro Bowl selections (2011, 2012)
  • First-team All-Pro (2012)
  • NFL forced fumbles leader (2012)
  • Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year (2013)
  • Named in 100 greatest Bears of All-Time
RetirementOfficially retired from the NFL on 18 July 2016 after a successful 13-season career
Post-CareerPursued a career in the FBI and NFL analysis after retirement.

Favourites

NFL PlayerRod Woodson
TV Shows
  • Homeland
  • New Girl
Favourite City to Play inNew York
Net Worth$10 million (as of 2024)

Some Lesser Known Facts

Originally hailing from Chicago, Illinois, he moved frequently during his childhood due to his father’s military career.
Excelled in both football and basketball during high school before embarking on his college football journey.
Drafted 35th overall by the Chicago Bears, he made an immediate impact in his rookie season.
In 2007, he secured a lucrative six-year contract with the Bears, ensuring his commitment to the team.
His daughter underwent a heart transplant in 2008, fueling his dedication to charitable outreach via his foundation.
He transitioned into an FBI agent post-retirement, specializing in cybercrime and counterintelligence.
Inducted into both the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns Hall of Fame and the Bears’ Ring of Excellence for his contributions to football.