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James Harrison

James Harrison - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornMay 04, 1978
Age47
BirthplaceAkron, Ohio, United States
Zodiac SignTaurus - (see also James Harrison's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacHorse
GenerationGeneration X
Known ForStar linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers, two-time Super Bowl champion, and the NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 2008.

Intro

James Harrison is a former American football linebacker who had a successful career in the National Football League (NFL), primarily known for his time with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Renowned for his aggressive play and relentless pass-rushing ability, Harrison is one of the most formidable defensive players in modern NFL history.

Early Life & Background

James Harrison grew up in Akron, Ohio. He played high school football at Archbishop Hoban High School and Coventry High School before walking on to play college football at Kent State University, where he was a standout defender.

Career Highlights

  • Two-time Super Bowl champion with the Pittsburgh Steelers (Super Bowl XL, XLIII)
  • NFL Defensive Player of the Year (2008)
  • Five-time Pro Bowl selection
  • Set a Super Bowl record with a 100-yard interception return touchdown in Super Bowl XLIII
  • Recorded over 80 career sacks in the NFL

Trivia

  • Was undrafted in the 2002 NFL Draft and signed as a free agent.
  • Briefly retired in 2014 but returned to play before retiring for good in 2018.
  • Well-known for his intense training regimens and physical strength.
  • Holds the Steelers' franchise record for career sacks.

FAQs

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How old is James Harrison?

James Harrison is 47 years old.

When was James Harrison born?

James Harrison was born the 4 May 1978.

Where is James Harrison from?

Akron, Ohio, United States.

On His Birth-Day

About May 4th, 1978, in brief:

  • Historical events: On May 4, 1978, the South African Defence Force launched an attack on a SWAPO base in Angola. This military action was part of the broader conflict involving South Africa and the liberation movements in Namibia and Angola during the apartheid era.
  • Day of the week: May 4th, 1978 was a Thursday
  • Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Night Fever by Bee Gees
  • #1 UK song: Rivers Of Babylon / Brown Girl In The Ring by Boney M
  • Popular movie: The Deer Hunter directed by Michael Cimino

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Harrison_(American_football)
  2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/James-Harrison
  3. https://www.nfl.com/players/james-harrison/