Peyton Manning - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 24, 1976 |
|---|---|
| Age | 49 |
| Birthplace | New Orleans, Louisiana, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Legendary NFL quarterback for the Indianapolis Colts and Denver Broncos, winning two Super Bowls and five NFL MVP awards. |
Intro
Peyton Manning is a retired American football quarterback widely regarded as one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history. Over his 18-season career, Manning played for the Indianapolis Colts and Denver Broncos, winning two Super Bowls. Noted for his football IQ, meticulous preparation, and passing skills, Manning set multiple records and won two NFL MVP awards with both teams.
Early Life & Background
Peyton Manning was born into a football family; his father, Archie Manning, was a former NFL quarterback. Growing up in New Orleans, Peyton excelled in football at Isidore Newman School, where he became a highly sought-after college recruit before attending the University of Tennessee.
Career Highlights
- NFL career spanning 18 seasons (1998-2015), playing for the Indianapolis Colts and Denver Broncos
- Won two Super Bowl championships: Super Bowl XLI (Colts) and Super Bowl 50 (Broncos)
- Five-time NFL Most Valuable Player (MVP)
- Over 71,000 career passing yards and 539 career touchdown passes
- Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2021
- Set numerous NFL records, including most MVP awards and single-season touchdown passes (55 in 2013)
Trivia
- Peyton's younger brother, Eli Manning, also won two Super Bowls as an NFL quarterback.
- Known for his distinctive pre-snap 'Omaha' call.
- After retirement, became a popular television host and analyst, including hosting 'Peyton's Places.'
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Peyton Manning?
Peyton Manning is 49 years old.
When was Peyton Manning born?
Peyton Manning was born the 24 March 1976.
Where is Peyton Manning from?
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About March 24th, 1976, in brief:
- Historical events: The Argentine military coup of March 24, 1976, not only overthrew the constitutional government of President Isabel Perón but also initiated a seven-year dictatorial period. In recognition of the historical significance and human rights violations during this era, a public holiday called the Day of Remembrance for Truth and Justice was established in 2006 to commemorate the victims and preserve historical memory.
- Day of the week: March 24th, 1976 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Last Quarter
- #1 US song: December 1963 (Oh, What A Night) by The Four Seasons
- #1 UK song: I Love To Love by Tina Charles
- Popular movie: Sparkle directed by Salim Akil
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