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Larry Fitzgerald - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornAugust 31, 1983
Age41
BirthplaceMinneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Zodiac SignVirgo
Chinese ZodiacPig
GenerationMillennial Generation
Known ForSeventeen-season NFL career with the Arizona Cardinals, Pro Football Hall of Fame-caliber wide receiver, second in NFL history for career receiving yards and receptions.

Intro

Larry Fitzgerald is a former American football wide receiver, recognized as one of the greatest wide receivers in NFL history. He played for the Arizona Cardinals throughout his entire 17-season NFL career, holding franchise and league records for receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns. Fitzgerald was known for his remarkable hands, route-running ability, and durability on the field.

Early Life & Background

Larry Fitzgerald was born and raised in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He attended Academy of Holy Angels high school, excelling in football before playing college football at the University of Pittsburgh, where he was a consensus All-American and a Heisman Trophy finalist.

Career Highlights

  • Played all 17 NFL seasons (2004–2020) with the Arizona Cardinals
  • Second all-time in NFL career receiving yards and career receptions (as of 2024)
  • Selected to 11 Pro Bowls
  • Named 2008 NFL Walter Payton Man of the Year
  • Led the Cardinals to Super Bowl XLIII
  • NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team selection

Trivia

  • Fitzgerald is known for not dropping a single pass in the postseason until Super Bowl XLIII.
  • He is the only player in NFL history with at least one reception in 256 consecutive games.
  • Fitzgerald has also been recognized for his extensive charitable work, including with the Larry Fitzgerald Foundation.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Larry Fitzgerald?

Larry Fitzgerald is 41 years old.

When was Larry Fitzgerald born?

Larry Fitzgerald was born the 31 August 1983.

Where is Larry Fitzgerald from?

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States.

On His Birth-Day

About August 31st, 1983, in brief:

  • Historical events: On August 31, 1983, American track and field athlete Edwin Moses achieved a remarkable feat by setting a new world record in the 400-meter hurdles with an exceptional time of 47.02 seconds in Koblenz, Germany. Moses, known for his extraordinary consistency and technical precision, further solidified his reputation as one of the most dominant hurdlers in athletic history.
  • Day of the week: August 31st, 1983 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Last Quarter
  • #1 US song: Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This) by Eurythmics
  • #1 UK song: Red Red Wine by UB40
  • Popular movie: Tenebre directed by Dario Argento

Check the link for more news and curiosities on August 31st, 1983.

Sources

  1. https://www.profootballhof.com/players/larry-fitzgerald/biography/
  2. https://www.nfl.com/players/larry-fitzgerald/
  3. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Larry_Fitzgerald
  4. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Larry-Fitzgerald