Celebrity Biographies
Biography of Akbar Gbaja-Biamila
| Name | Akbar Gbaja-Biamila |
|---|---|
| birth name | Akbar Oluwakemi-Idowu Gbajabiamila |
| Dad | Mustapha Gbaja-Biamila |
| Mother | Bolatito Gbaja-Biamila |
| Nationality | American, Nigerian |
| Place of birth / city | Los Angeles California |
| ethnicity | Mixed |
| Profession | Former NFL player, journalist (current) |
| Net worth | $7 million |
| eye color | Dark brown |
| face color | Black |
| Married | Yes |
| Married to | Chrystal Gbaja-Biamila |
| Kids | Elijah Gbaja-Biamila, Saheedat Gbaja-Biamila, Nasir Gbaja-Biamila, Naomi Gbaja-Biamila |
| Brothers | Abdul Gbaja-Biamila and Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila |
Former professional American football player, Akbar Gbajabiamila is popular for his NFL career as well as his career as a television personality, sportscaster, and entertainment host. He also co-hosted popular shows like American Ninja Warrior, The Night Shift, and Yemi’s Dilemma.
Early life and education of Akbar Gbaja-Biamila
Akbar Gbaja-Biamila was born Akbar Oluwakemi-Idowu Gbajabiamila on May 6, 1979 in Los Angeles California, US to mother Bolatito Gbaja – Biamila and father Mustapha Gbaja – Biamila . Gbaja has an American nationality and belongs to the African-American ethnicity. He is the younger brother of Abdul Gbaja-Biamila and Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila , a former defensive end for the Green Bay Packers.
He attended the Crenshaw High School in Los Angels, California. Later, she studied at San Diego State University.
Professional career of Akbar Gbaja-Biamila
In 2003 , Akbar was signed by the Oakland Raiders as an undrafted free agent. After playing with the Raiders for three seasons, Akbar transferred to the San Diego Chargers in 2006, where he played for one season before moving to the Miami Dolphins . In 2008, he returned to Raider and was released to retire as a Raider.
In 2005, Gbaja was chosen as one of the NFL’s first athletes at its Broadcast Boot Camp. Before joining NFL Network and CBS Sports, he worked as an analyst for Mtn Network and CBS Sports Network for two years.
Furthermore, he made his acting debut in the genre film. The Sac Fly in 2015. Additionally, he was a fan favorite on the 2009 ABC adventure series Impossible Expedition.
Currently, he serves as a board member of the Asomugha Foundation . She is also a board member of the Michael J. Fox Foundation, which raises funds for the purpose of Parkinson’s research. He recently co – hosted American Ninja Warrior Together with Matt Iseman and White Hall.
Akbar Gbaja-Biamila Net Worth
The American Ninja Warrior host has an estimated net worth of $7 million as of 2019 . Gbaja has earned a lucrative sum of money thanks to his hard work and dedication to his NFL playing career.
To add to this, he also earns $860,000 per year from his work as an NFL football player. Similarly, his net worth is comparable to that of another American athlete. Michael Johnson ($7 million).
Personal life of Akbar Gbaja-Biamila
Akbar is happily married to Chrystal Gbaja-Biamila . However, their wedding date is not revealed to the media.
The couple is blessed with four children; son Elias Gbaja-Biamila, a daughter Saheedat Gbaja-Biamila and twin daughters Nasir Gbaja-Biamila and Naomi Gbaja-Biamila.
As of now, Akbar and his wife are living a happy married life with their children. They reside in California throughout.
Akbar Gbaja-Biamila Body Statistics and Other Facts
- Height: He is 6 feet 5 inches or 198 cm tall.
- Weight: His weight is 119 kg or 263 pounds.
- Eye color: Dark brown.
- Birthmark: Taurus.
- Age : Akbar is 40 years old, as of 2019 .
- In 2015 , he played sparingly in the NFL, but was one of the first to sign up for the Broadcast Boot Camp.