Steve Gleason Age, Wiki and Bio

Steve Gleason

Quick Info

ProfessionFormer NFL Player, ALS Activist
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth19/03/1977
Age48 years
BirthplaceSpokane, Washington, U.S.

Bio/Wiki

Early Life
  • Born in Spokane, Washington.
  • Played college football at Washington State University.
Professional Career
  • Signed by the Indianapolis Colts as an undrafted free agent in 2000.
  • Played for the New Orleans Saints from 2000 to 2008.
  • Known for his famous blocked punt during the first game back in the Superdome after Hurricane Katrina.

Physical Stats & More

Height6 ft (1.83 m)
Weight96 kg (212 lb)

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolGonzaga Preparatory School
College/UniversityWashington State University

Personal Life

SpouseMichel Rae Varisco
ChildrenRivers Gleason, Gray Gleason

Career

Notable Achievements
  • Blocked a punt against the Atlanta Falcons in the 2006 season, leading to the Saints' first touchdown in the reopened Superdome.
  • Diagnosed with ALS in 2011.
  • Founded Team Gleason, a foundation to help provide technology, equipment, and services to individuals with ALS.
  • Awarded the Congressional Gold Medal in 2019.

Social Media

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/stevegleasonofficial/
Twitterhttps://x.com/stevegleason

Some Lesser Known Facts

Known for his advocacy work and raising awareness about ALS.
Subject of the documentary 'Gleason', which chronicles his life with ALS.