He was named to the NFL 2000s All-Decade team as well as the NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team.[91][92]. Gonzalezs final career numbers are staggering. February 27, 1976 (age 46) Torrance California. Tony Gonzalezs Parents, Sibling. He would play 17 seasons in the National Football League, 12 in Kansas City and five with the Atlanta Falcons. Despite no Mexican heritage, Gonzalez has a lot of love for Americas southern neighbor. Top Leagues NFL College Football NBA MLB World Baseball Classic USFL FIFA Women's World Cup Tight End #7. Thanks for the fact about the William Shakespeare connection. It is not clear if this is accurate. Known for his durability and rarely fumbling, Gonzalez appeared in 270 of 272 regular season games and lost only two fumbles on 1,327 touches. However, on March 12, 2013, on his Twitter page, he said, "I'm happy to say that after speaking with my family, I'm coming back." Tony was in a relationship with Lauren Sanchez, Shannon Malone, and many others whose details are not available. Born To Tony Gonzalez and Lauren Snchez Aforementioned, Nikko Gonzalez is the oldest child in the family. Although he had to postpone high school when he joined the Navy, he later earned his high school diploma and continued to pursue higher education. Tony Gonzalez Wife, Family. if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[580,400],'hollywoodmask_com-box-4','ezslot_4',635,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-hollywoodmask_com-box-4-0'); He was a talented athlete, but, while he was still young, an unfortunate car accident made it difficult for him to make it through community college football. [20] In the 1998 season, Gonzalez saw dramatic improvements with 59 receptions for 621 yards, and he also caught two touchdown passes for the second (consecutive) year. It was his 14th and final Pro Bowl appearance, which at the time tied him with Bruce Matthews and Merlin Olsen for the most selections for the game. rcel.async = true; Other Works His mother is African-American, and also has some English ancestry. WebAnthony David Gonzalez, better known as Tony Gonzalez was born on February 27, 1976 in Torrance California. Capitol. [27][28], Gonzales has cited cybersecurity as "a top priority in Congress" and has supported increased funding for Texan infrastructure against acts of cyberterrorism or ransomware. Tony and October have been happily together for 18 years and are enjoying life out in Huntington Beach as a family. This was a curious question, as Gonzalez has no Mexican heritage. From becoming the Orange County High School Athlete of the year to joining the University of California, Tony was always into sports from a young age. Gonzalezs final career numbers are staggering. After three years at the university, Gonzalez decided to forgo his senior season and declare for the NFL Draft. Websmall equipment auction; ABOUT US. Wanting to spend the rest of their lives together, Tony and October exchanged their wedding vows in July 2007. They have two children. He understands the value that a good education can provide. *mother African-American, some English. In 2007, Gonzalez continued his productivity in spite of the generally poor play of the Chiefs' offense. When he visited Mexico during his NFL prime, he immersed himself in the culture. WebAbandoned by his father at the age of two months, Tony knew he had to work hard to get ahead in life. [21], Gonzales describes himself as pro-life. At the age of 18, he dropped out of high school with one credit left to join the military and provide a path to success for himself and his family. Hal was African-American, and was the son of Mathew Fields and Philla Hubard. While they are not officially married, they took part in a commitment ceremony in 2007 and consider themselves to be husband and wife. | placement: 'Below Article Thumbnails 2nd', His mothers name is Judy Gonzalez and his fathers name is not available on any social media platform. Born. While talking about Nikko Gonzalezs mother, Lauren Sanchez, he maintains a good relationship with her. William Shakespeare was born c. 1564. Your email address will not be published. From 2013 to 2017,[130] Gonzalez worked with FitStar,[131] a company that makes mobile fitness apps, helping people get in shape with customized workouts delivered via the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Judy Gonzalez had a son named Tony Gonzalez. Apart from being a sportsperson, Tony Gonzalez is also a doting father of four kids, Nikko being the oldest. [9], Along with playing in the NFL, Gonzalez has been involved in a number of business ventures. Tony is a previous American footballer tight end who played in the National Football League (NFL). He has one brother whose name is Chris Gonzalez. Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez make red-carpet debut as a couple https://t.co/wttq5Sskj7 pic.twitter.com/xLMsZctSRl. The lovebirds started dating a few months after their first encounter and then exchanged vows in a commitment ceremony on July 20, 2007. placement: 'Below Article Thumbnails 3rd', With multiple deployments to the Middle East and Asia, Tony has firsthand experience about the security challenges that face our country and the international community at large. [13] Gonzales's term in office began on January 3, 2021. No mention of his first cousin, 12 times removed, William Shakespeare? Tony is the son of Judith (Smith) and Joseph Felix Gonzalez, Jr. All of his grandparents identified as black. Tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs (1997-2008) and Atlanta Falcons (2009-2013). mode: 'thumbnails-rr', [33][34], In 2022, Gonzales argued that while the Remain in Mexico policy enacted by the Trump administration had flaws, it had been an effective strategy to prevent illegal immigration and asylum fraud and that repealing laws on illegal immigration and off-soil asylum processing had led to cases such as the trailer deaths in San Antonio earlier that year. February 27, 1976 (age 46) Torrance California. [123] He lives in Huntington Beach, California. target_type: 'mix' [100], In 2015, Gonzalez and his older brother Chris, were profiled in the documentary, Play It Forward. She also worked as a co-host on the talk show "Rachael Ray," as well as on the game show "Beat Shazam.". Gonzalez played 12 seasons with the Chiefs, then an additional five seasons with the Atlanta Falcons. He played college football at the University of California and became a first-round draft pick of the Kansas City Chiefs. His paternal grandfather, whose surname was "Goncals," had moved from Cape Verde to Argentina; he was of part Portuguese ancestry. [124], Gonzalez campaigned for then-Senator Barack Obama in the 2008 presidential election, saying "this is the first time in my life that I've ever been political about anything. Judy Gonzalez had a son named Tony Gonzalez. Tony is a previous American footballer tight end who played in the National Football League (NFL). He was raised by his mother, who worked two jobs to support the family. Unfortunately, even though Gonzalez caught eight passes for 78 yards and a touchdown, the Falcons fell to the San Francisco 49ers 28-24. He played college football at the University of California and became a first-round draft pick of the Kansas City Chiefs. Aforementioned, Nikko Gonzalez is the oldest child in the family. Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2019. Gonzales often visited Mexico during his NFL prime and even learned Spanish during his trips down south and helped inspire many Latinos and Mexicans. Other profiles mention even more distant relationships. Congressman Gonzales is married to his wife Angel and they have six wonderful children. Though the Chiefs finished at or near the bottom in most major offensive categories, Gonzalez led the Chiefs and all NFL tight ends in receptions (99) and receiving yards (1,172) while being named to his ninth straight Pro Bowl. 18), which aims to codify the Hyde Amendment banning federal funding for abortions. Only two of his major records have been broken, most career touchdowns and most 1,000 yard seasons by a tight end. During his decades-long career, Gonzalez was commonly mistaken as a Mexican because of his family name. [70] In the 2012 season opener, Gonzalez played in Arrowhead Stadium against the Chiefs for the first time in his career, which ended with a Falcons' victory. True Hollywood Story: Football Wives." Family, Parents, Siblings, Education. Aforementioned, Tony Gonzalezs son, Nikko Gonzalez, is the oldest in the family and probably maintains a perfect relationship with his stepmother, October Gonzalez. On November 4, against the San Diego Chargers, he threw his first professional pass, which went for 40 yards. Gonzalez decided to forgo his final year of eligibility to declare for the NFL Draft. [59], In the 2010 regular season opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Gonzalez made his 1,000th career reception, making him the seventh player in NFL history to do so and the first tight end. Gonzalez made the right choice in giving up basketball. There isnt much about the pairs relationship details, but they parted ways shortly after Nikko was born. Gonzalezs final career numbers are staggering. Tony is the son of Judith (Smith) and Joseph Felix Gonzalez, Jr. All of his grandparents identified as black. [2] On the difficulty of the transition between the two, Tony said "you get done playing football and then you transition to basketball[, which] had already been going for a month", but ultimately "the decision was pretty much made for me"[15]. Congressman Tony Gonzales is a dedicated patriot with twenty years of military experience. Gonzalez and his girlfriend had a commitment ceremony in July 2007. Tony hasnt yet divulged anything about his father and siblings, though. Tony Gonzalez met his wife October Gonzalez (October Calinda Vegas-Russell) for the first time in 2002 and the pair have been together ever since. if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[250,250],'hollywoodmask_com-banner-1','ezslot_6',615,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-hollywoodmask_com-banner-1-0');if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[250,250],'hollywoodmask_com-banner-1','ezslot_7',615,'0','1'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-hollywoodmask_com-banner-1-0_1');.banner-1-multi-615{border:none!important;display:block!important;float:none!important;line-height:0;margin-bottom:15px!important;margin-left:auto!important;margin-right:auto!important;margin-top:15px!important;max-width:100%!important;min-height:250px;min-width:250px;padding:0;text-align:center!important}. Their parents were separated, and their mother married Saltzman when they were 11 and 13, respectively. To date, he has created over 23 records in NFL and has over six records for the Chiefs Franchise, out of which only two are broken. @Passingtime85, when I think of the greatest tight end of all time its either Tony Gonzalez or Rob Gronkowkski in my opinion. _taboola.push({ She was the biological daughter of John Rees Hudson, who was white, and of Dora Birdsong, who was black. He was raised by his mother, who worked two jobs to support the family. As a senior, he caught 62 passes for 945 yards and 13 touchdowns and was a first-team All America selection at both tight end and linebacker. The couple first met each other in the year 2003. His mother is African-American, and also has some English ancestry. In addition, he was named as a First Team All-Pro. It was with the Falcons, in 2012, that Gonzalez reached his lone conference championship game. Nikko lives with Tony and October in Huntington Beach, California. In the 2017 film XXX: Return of Xander Cage, he played Paul Donovan, his first feature film role as an actor. His paternal grandfather, whose surname was "Goncals," had moved from Cape Verde to Argentina; he was of part Portuguese ancestry. His mother is African-American, and also has some English ancestry. WebGonzalez was traded to the Atlanta Falcons in 2009. [19], On May 19, 2021, Gonzales was one of 35 Republicans to join all Democrats in voting to approve legislation to establish the January 6, 2021 commission meant to investigate the storming of the U.S. [25] He was named to the Pro Bowl and as a First Team All-Pro for the 2000 season. He and other House Republicans signed a letter that argued the provision would infringe on Second Amendment rights and allow "military judges and magistrates to issue military court gun confiscation orders. placement: 'Right Rail Thumbnails', Despite no Mexican heritage, Gonzalez has a lot of love for Americas southern neighbor. The seat was open, as three-term Republican incumbent Will Hurd did not seek reelection. He was a tight end. Therefore, we might see him playing amongst to-be stars in no time. Despite not being legally married, the couple still views themselves as married. Benjamin was the son of Charles E. Smith and Nonie Windley. Who is Tennis Player Ben Sheltons Girlfriend? Their parents were separated, and their mother married Saltzman when they were 11 and 13, respectively. }); window._taboola = window._taboola || []; Moreover, Tony is very happy for his son, who is off to college since August 2020. Inside the Gonzalez Family. Gonzalez played school football and school basketball at California, getting All-American distinctions for the previous. WebAbandoned by his father at the age of two months, Tony knew he had to work hard to get ahead in life. To date, he has created over 23 records in NFL and has over six records for the Chiefs Franchise, out of which only two are broken. Tony Gonzalez Wife, Family. In addition to consistently recording catches, Gonzalez also was extremely durable during his career playing 270 of a possible 272 games in his career. [99] He's also made cameo appearances as himself on other television series as well. WebGonzalez was born in Torrance, California, the son of Judith "Judy" (Smith) and Joseph Felix Gonzalez, Jr. While Gonzalez was busy on the field (the guy missed a total of two games across his entire 17-year career! WebBorn on February 27 #45. [18], Like all other Senate and House Republicans, Gonzales voted against the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. College. Since retiring in 2013, Gonzalez has served as a football analyst for NFL on Prime Video and was previously at CBS Sports and Fox Sports. However, after Tony began his NFL career, things changed. Their parents were separated, and their mother married Saltzman when they were 11 and 13, respectively. On May 10, 2017, Gonzalez was added to Foxs pregame show. [64] After the lockout was eventually lifted by the league, Gonzalez was adamant he had at least three seasons left in him and was excited at the prospects of returning to the Falcons who were widely considered to be Super Bowl contenders. Tony Gonzalez was one of the greatest tight ends and NFL players in history, setting various records throughout his decorated career as a member of the Kansas City Chiefs and Atlanta Falcons. On April 23rd, 2009 Gonzalez was traded by the Kansas City Chiefs to the Atlanta Falcons for a 2010 2nd round draft pick. }); window._taboola = window._taboola || []; container: 'taboola-right-rail-thumbnails', 47 Year Old Pisces #13. [30], Gonzales supported amending the 2021 National Defense Authorization Act to remove a proposed red flag law provision. [120] Gonzalez only eats organic fruits and vegetables, free-range chicken, grass fed beef (no more than 18 ounces a month), and fish. He improved every year, and in 1999, Gonzalez had amassed 849 receiving yards en-route to 11 touchdowns and was honored as an All-Pro. At the age of 18, he dropped out of high school with one credit left to join the military and provide a path to success for himself and his family. Americans are more familiar with Spanish names, so that maybe why they were changed. rcds.appendChild(rcel); Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. He caught a total of 1,325 receptions and 15,127 receiving yards, both of which are NFL records at the tight end position, and caught 111 touchdowns. 2/27/1976. [12][13] Gonzalez was also an All-Pac-10 and All-America selection. 1997: Rd 1, Pk 13 (KC) Birthplace. var rcds = document.getElementById("rcjsload_b42b6d"); On April 23rd, 2009 Gonzalez was traded by the Kansas City Chiefs to the Atlanta Falcons for a 2010 2nd round draft pick. [39][40] Gonzalez's single-season record of 102 receptions by a tight end stood for 8 years, until it was broken by Jason Witten during the 2012 season. Tight End #7. [2] On April 23rd, 2009 Gonzalez was traded by the Kansas City Chiefs to the Atlanta Falcons for a 2010 2nd round draft pick. California. Tony worked hard to get ahead in life. Despite no Mexican heritage, Gonzalez has a lot of love for Americas southern neighbor. [29], During the Russo-Ukrainian War, Gonzales signed a letter advocating for President Biden to give F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine. He got retired from the NFL in the year 2013 and joined Fox Sports as a Football Analyst. California. Tonys paternal grandmother was Swiftley Elsie McIntosh (the daughter of William James McIntosh and Genevieve Amelia Duany/Duhaney/Delany). However, Tony has not given out details about his father and siblings yet. A trained cryptologist, Gonzales was deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan. Their parents were separated, and their mother married Saltzman when they were 11 and 13, respectively. Known as Michael "Pop" Saltzman, their stepfather offered advice and often worried about Chris because, as young boys, it was Chris, not his younger brother, that loved football. WebGonzalez was born in Torrance, California, the son of Judith "Judy" (Smith) and Joseph Felix Gonzalez, Jr. It is an after-school academic enrichment program that helps students be the best version of themselves and to encourage them into higher education.[128]. WebBorn on February 27 #45. In response to the repeal of the Remain in Mexico policy under Biden, Gonzales called for an increase in immigration judges to process asylum cases "in days, not years." Judy Gonzalez had a son named Tony Gonzalez. [89] He ended his career with an active consecutive games with a reception streak of 265 which ran from a game played on November 26, 2000, to his final game on December 29, 2013. He finished 5th in yards,[87] 2nd in receptions,[88] and 6th in touchdowns. Gonzalez finished his career with 14 Pro Bowl selections, the most for a tight end and second-most in league history, in addition to receiving six first-team All-Pros. He has also appeared in three episodes of NCIS as Special Agent Tony Francis. Don't miss a story! Hold on Texas House Seat", "Tony Gonzales has repeatedly perpetrated the false allegation that Gina Ortiz Jones doesn't live in Texas", "San Antonio Navy vet sets his sights on Doggett's congressional seat", "Tony Gonzales, Navy Information Operations Command N3 Operations Chief", "Donald Trump endorses Tony Gonzales to replace U.S. Rep. Will Hurd", "Tony Gonzales claims District 23 win, Gina Ortiz Jones calls it 'premature', "Tony Gonzales clinches House District 23 in surprise upset", "After recount, Tony Gonzales is still winner of GOP runoff for U.S. Rep. 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Harnessing his military background, Tony also served on Capitol Hill as a Department of Defense Legislative Fellow for U.S. [6][7][8] Gonzalez attended Huntington Beach High School[9] in Huntington Beach, California, where he lettered in football and basketball. Aside from Scottish and African-American ancestry, his grandfathers came from Portugal and Argentina. Tonys ancestor, Richard Shakespeare, was also Williams grandfather. [51][52][53], During the 2009 offseason, Gonzalez again approached Chiefs management about a possible trade. [122] They have three children together, two daughters and a son. In 2018, Tony was selected as a National Security Fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD). Moreover, the family of six also appears in each others important events showing support. Gonzalez had technically been the active leader in the 2011 season as well, during Moss' temporary retirement that season. Tony Gonzalez's Parents and Family Growing up, Gonzalez and his older brother, Chris Gonzalez, never had their biological father around. [14][15][16][17], Gonzales voted against the impeaching Trump after the events of January 6, 2021, saying that the nation needed to heal and that he looked forward to working with President Biden to do that. [36][37] His best season statistically came in 2004, when he caught an NFL-record (for a tight end) 102 passes for 1,258 yards and seven touchdowns. mode: 'thumbnails-a', Despite not being legally married, the couple still views themselves as married. WebGonzalez and his wife, October, reside in Los Angeles with their four children. While going through Tony Gonzalezs Instagram, we found out that Nikko graduated in 2020. At the age of 18, he dropped out of high school with one credit left to join the military and provide a path to success for himself and his family. There isnt much about the pairs relationship details, but they parted ways shortly after Nikko was born. Together, Tony and October have two children, daughters River and Malia Gonzalez. Gonzalez was named to 14 Pro Bowls and 10 All-Pro Draft Info. https://www.ajc.com, Tonys maternal grandfather, Russell Holmes Smith, on the 1920 U.S. Census https://www.familysearch.org His father is of half Cape Verdean [including Portuguese and African] and half Jamaican [including African and Scottish] descent. Aside from Scottish and African-American ancestry, his grandfathers came from Portugal and Argentina. It was with the Falcons, in 2012, that Gonzalez reached his lone conference championship game. Additionally, he also owns several Chiefs team records and at the time of his retirement, he finished in the top 10 in many receiving categories for any position. To adequately manage the family, Tonys mother worked two jobs per day. [3] He is a member of the Republican Party. 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