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Who is Michael Irvin’s wife, Sandy Harrell?

Michael Irvin has been married for over 30 years

WHEN Michael Irvin is not in the booth broadcasting NFL games, he is at home with his wife, Sandy Harrell.

The pair tied the knot in 1990 and have been going strong ever since.

Michael Irvin married Sandy Harrell in 1990
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Michael Irvin married Sandy Harrell in 1990Credit: Getty

Who is Michael Irvin and Sandy Harrell?

Sandy Harrell is best known as the wife of Michael Irvin. The couple has been married for over 30 years.

While Irvin might have a high-profile career, his wife likes to keep her personal life private.

She doesn't share much on the internet and is nonexistent in the media.

At this time, it is unclear how the pair met, but they tied the knot shortly after he was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in 1988.

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Harrell could often be seen supporting her husband on the sidelines throughout his career.

He began playing in the NFL after a successful career at the University of Miami and was in the league until he retired in 2000 due to injury.

What disease does Sandy Harrell have?

On June 19, 2024, Michael Irvin revealed his wife was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.

He told the Forth Worth Star-Telegram that Sandy has been struggling with the disease for five or six years.

The Pro Football Hall of Famer says he refuses to put her in a nursing home and has hired a 24-hour live-in caretaker for her.

"If anyone has earned the right to stay in her house, MY WIFE HAS!!!" Michael said. "That I shall honor. No matter what it takes."

After retiring from the NFL, Michael Irvin became a sportscaster
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After retiring from the NFL, Michael Irvin became a sportscasterCredit: Getty

Do Michael Irvin and Sandy Harrell have kids together?

While Irvin might have been busy with his NFL career, that did not stop him from starting a family.

Since tying the knot, the pair have welcomed three kids: Michael Jr., Elijah, and Chelsea.

Irvin is also the father of Myesha Beyonca, whom he welcomed with his ex-girlfriend, Felicia Walker.

Additionally, he has three granddaughters, Brooklyn, Carmen, and Alyah.

Michael Jr. followed in his father's footsteps and played college football at the University of Miami before transferring to Florida Atlantic University.

As for his other children, they often stay out of the spotlight.

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