Michael Strahan hints at getting ‘back to work’ and reflects on career after lengthy GMA absence
GMA star Michael Strahan has hinted at returning to work and reflected on his NFL career after a lengthy absence from the program.
The TV host, 50, returned to viewers' screens on July 19's edition of the morning show following several weeks away.
Strahan had been absent while promoting his game show The $100,000 Pyramid.
But, in a on Wednesday, he hinted about "getting back to work".
The former defensive end starred for the New York Giants for 15 seasons.
He welcomed the news that the team will be bringing back their for two "Legacy Games" against and Washington.
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He said: “Excited to see the Giants bring back the classic blue uniform and helmet. It brings back great memories.”
Strahan shared a throwback picture of himself on the football field.
Fans revealed that they could buy Strahan’s vintage number 92 jersey online.
On Wednesday, the ex-footballer spoke with Carl Nassib about his decision to become the first active NFL star to come out as gay.
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Nassib announced the news on Instagram last month, saying he wasn’t doing it for the attention but because he felt representation and visibility were important.
Strahan told viewers that his chat with Nassib had left him “with hope”.
Earlier this week, he tweeted about his “own worst enemies”, adding that he sometimes “sees red”.
He tweeted a of a Porsche and a Series 3 Jaguar E-type, both bright red, sparkling spotless in his garage, surrounded by framed football jerseys as he showed off his collection.
'SEEING RED'
On Monday, Strahan tweeted: "Too many of us count ourselves out before we even get a chance.
"We can be our own worst enemies...you'll find your place, and it may just be where you least expect it."
Strahan’s return came days after Gio Benitez sat in the GMA anchor's chair for the first time.
The transport correspondent, 36, co-hosted the program alongside Amy Robach and George Stephanopolous on July 14 and was widely welcomed by fans.
Viewers speculated if there would be a shake-up on GMA amid Strahan’s absence.
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Strahan is also the executive producer of the medical drama The Front Line.
He is known for his plush warehouse of motors, which contains Porsches, Rolls Royces, and a Hummer.
