Rich Eisen Age, Height, Wiki, Net Worth, Wife

Richard Eisen, widely recognized as Rich Eisen, was born on June 24, 1969 (Age: 54 years old), in Brooklyn, New York, United States. He is a renowned American television sportscaster and radio host who has made significant contributions to the world of sports journalism.

In addition to his work at ESPN, where he notably served as an anchor for SportsCenter, Rich Eisen has also ventured into the digital realm with his own YouTube channel, expanding his reach and influence in the sports media industry.

For further details about his life, including his Age, Height, Net Worth, Wife, The Rich Eisen Show and more, you can explore Rich Eisen’s Wiki.

Rich Eisen Wiki & Early Life

Rich Eisen’s Wife, Girlfriend and Relationship

Rich Eisen Family

Eisen hails from the Brooklyn borough of New York City and was brought up on Staten Island. He is of Jewish descent and tied the knot with Suzy Shuster (She was college football sideline reporter for ESPN on ABC) in 2003.

The couple is proud parents to three children named Xander, Taylor, and Cooper, and they share their home near Coldwater Canyon in Beverly Hills, California, along with two beloved Golden Retriever rescue dogs.

Education

Eisen pursued his education at the University of Michigan, where he took on the role of co-sports editor for the Michigan Daily and was an active member of the Pi Kappa Phi fraternity. In 1990, he successfully earned a Bachelor of Arts degree, and later, in 1994, he furthered his academic achievements by obtaining a Master of Science degree in journalism from Northwestern University’s esteemed Medill School of Journalism.

Career

Early Career (1990–1996)

Rich Eisen began his career in sports journalism in the early 1990s. He worked as a staff writer for the Staten Island Advance from 1990 to 1993 and then briefly for the Chicago Tribune in 1993 and 1994. During this time, he gained experience as a sports anchor and reporter at KRCR-TV in Redding, California, from 1994 to 1996. In 1994, he also served as the Washington correspondent for the Medill News Service.

ESPN (1996–2003)

Eisen’s big break came when he joined ESPN in 1996. During his time at ESPN, he partnered with Stuart Scott and became known for his humor, particularly his impressions of Atlanta Braves broadcaster Skip Caray. Eisen also conducted interviews during the Home Run Derby. He hosted ESPN’s reality series “Beg, Borrow & Deal” and served as the host for “Major League Baseball on CBS Radio” on ESPN Radio. Additionally, he made guest appearances on popular shows like “The Tony Kornheiser Show” and “The Dan Patrick Show.” Eisen even hosted the ABC show “Domino Day.”

One of his notable achievements at ESPN was breaking the news of Mark McGwire’s retirement from baseball in 2001. He followed up with an exclusive interview with McGwire, providing insight into the decision.

NFL Network (2003–Present)

In June 2003, Rich Eisen became the first on-air talent to join the NFL Network. He served as the main host of “NFL Total Access,” the network’s flagship program, until August 2011. Eisen signed a long-term deal with NFL Network in 2010 and took on the role of hosting “NFL GameDay Morning,” the network’s first pregame show. He also continued to host “NFL GameDay Highlights” and special coverage of league events, including “Thursday Night Football” pregame, halftime, and postgame shows, as well as on-location coverage for events like Kickoff, Pro Football Hall of Fame, NFL Scouting Combine, NFL Draft, and Super Bowl.

In 2005, Terrell Davis challenged Eisen to compete in the 40-yard dash at the NFL Scouting Combine, which has become an annual event. Eisen runs the dash in a suit, and his times have been tracked over the years, with his best time being 5.94 seconds in 2016. This annual sprint, known as “#RunRichRun,” has raised over $2.5 million for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and he was honored with the 2017 Pat Summerall Award for his charitable efforts.

The Rich Eisen Show (2014–Present)

Rich Eisen launched Chris Fowler was on “The Rich Eisen Show as a guest” on October 6, 2014. The show initially aired on DirecTV’s Audience Network and NFL Now. It later moved to Fox Sports Radio, airing from noon to 3 p.m. ET. When Audience Network shut down in early 2020, the show transitioned to YouTube, and later, NBCSN and Peacock. In September 2022, the program moved to The Roku Channel, and it is also available on Sirius XM satellite radio and Internet streaming.

“The Rich Eisen Show” was nominated (In 2012) for the Outstanding Studio Show Sports Emmy Award.

Other Media

In addition to his television and radio work, Rich Eisen has ventured into various other media outlets. He hosted the TNT reality series “The Great Escape” in 2012, appeared as himself in the film “Draft Day” in 2014, and had a recurring role as himself on the CBS sitcom “The Odd Couple” from 2015 to 2017.

Eisen has also made appearances on Comedy Central’s ” @midnight,” co-hosted “The American Rescue Dog Show” on The Hallmark Channel, and was featured in Madden NFL 21: Face of The Franchise in 2020.

He had guest star roles in five episodes of the Disney TV series “The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers” in 2022.

Eisen has authored a book titled “Total Access,” published in 2007. He initiated the “Punters Are People Too” movement in 2012 after Bryan Anger was drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the third round of the 2012 NFL Draft.

Outside of his professional pursuits, Rich Eisen is a devoted fan of the New York Jets and the New York Yankees.

Rich Eisen Net Worth, Salary

Rich Eisen Height

Rich Eisen Twitter, Instagram, YouTube

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10 Interesting Facts About Rich Eisen

1. Rich Eisen was born on June 24, 1969 (54 years old), in Brooklyn, New York, and was raised on Staten Island. He is of Jewish descent.
2. He attended the University of Michigan and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1990. Later, he obtained a Master of Science degree in journalism from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism in 1994.
3. Rich Eisen is married to Suzy Shuster, and they have three children: Xander, Taylor, and Cooper. They reside in Beverly Hills, California, with two Golden Retriever rescue dogs.
4. Eisen joined ESPN in 1996 and gained recognition as an anchor on SportsCenter. He also hosted ESPN’s reality series “Beg, Borrow & Deal” and appeared on other popular shows.
5. In 2003, Rich Eisen became the first on-air talent to join the NFL Network. He hosted “NFL Total Access” and later became the host of “NFL GameDay Morning.”
6. Rich Eisen annually participates in the 40-yard dash at the NFL Scouting Combine, running in a suit. This event is part of his charitable campaign called “#RunRichRun,” which raises funds for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
7. He launched “The Rich Eisen Show” in 2014, which aired on various platforms, including DirecTV’s Audience Network, YouTube, NBCSN, and The Roku Channel.
8. Eisen has made appearances in diverse media, such as hosting the TNT reality series “The Great Escape,” appearing in the film “Draft Day,” and having a recurring role on the CBS sitcom “The Odd Couple.”
9. He is the author of the book “Total Access,” which was published in 2007.
10. Rich Eisen is a passionate fan of the New York Jets and the New York Yankees.

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