Rob Gronkowski is an American Footballer and Actor. He has previously played for New England Patriots and is Currently with Tampa Bay Buccaneers playing at the Tight End position. His statistics are 621 receptions, 9,286 receiving yards, and 92 receiving touchdowns. In 2011 he was honored as NFL receiving touchdowns leader.
Early Life
Rob Gronkowski was born on 14th May 1989 in Amherst, New York, United States of America. The names of his parents are Gordon Gronkowski and Diane Walters, He has four brothers whose names are Gordie, Dan, Chris, and Glenn. At a young age, he showed interest in sports as he had previously played Hockey and Basketball. Rob went to Williamsville North High School and was seen playing American football. As his family moved to suburban Pittsburgh, he attended Woodland Hills High School. He had a GPA of 3.75 and 1560 out of 2400 in SAT. Later for his higher and further studies, he went to the University of Arizona.
Rob Gronkowski Career
Rob professional played American football at his college under head coach Mike Stoops. In 2009 he was not able to play because of his surgery. His total college career was 75 Receptions, 1,197 receiving yards, and 16 Touchdowns. In 2010 he went for the NFL draft and was selected in the 2nd round with 42nd overall by New England Patriots.
From 2010 to 2014 he was seen in various matches. He played in Super Bowl XLIX and Super Bowl XLVI. Along with that he also played matches against Washington Redskins, St. Louis Ram, Indianapolis Colts, New York Jets, Buffalo Bills, Tennessee Titans, and other NFL teams.
Television
In 2015 he had a cameo in the film named Entourage. His total score of the 2015 season was 72 receptions, 1,176 receiving yards, and 11 touchdowns. From 2016 to 2019 he played in Super Bowl I, II, and III. He also played matches against Miami Dolphins, Houston Texas, Denver Broncos, Kansas City Chiefs, Seattle Seahawks, New Orleans Saints, and other teams. In 2017 he was seen in various TV series and films like American Violence, You Can’t have it, The Clapper, Crashletes, MVP, and Family Guy: Gronkowsbees. He was also seen in Music Videos of Swish Swish by Katy Perry and On My Mind by 3LAU.
On 24th March 2019 after playing for nine seasons he announced his retirement via Instagram post. Later on, on 21st April 2020 Patriots traded him to Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He played season 2020 against Detroit Lions, Miami Dolphins, Green Bay Packers, Kansas City Chiefs, and was also seen in Super Bowl LV. Next year he played matches against Los Angles Rams, Dallas, Atlanta, and other teams. There might be chances that he would not return to play in the 2022 season.
Rob Gronkowski Biography |
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Real Name | Robert James Gronkowski |
Birth Date | 14 May 1989 |
Age (as of 2022) | 32 Years |
Birth Place | Amherst, New York, United States |
Nationality | American |
Profession | Football Tight End |
Religion | Christianity |
Sun sign | Taurus |
Physical Statistics |
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Height | in feet inches – 6’ 6” – in Centimeters – 198 cm |
Weight | in Kilograms – 120 kg – in Pounds – 264 lbs |
Shoe Size | 14 (U.S.) |
Hair Color | Light Brown |
Eye Color | Dark Brown |
Body Type | Athletic |
Family |
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Father | Gordon Gronkowski |
Mother |
Diane Walters
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Sister | – |
Brother | Dan Gronkowski, Chris Gronkowski, Glenn Gronkowski, Gordie Gronkowski, Jr. |
Qualification/Education |
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School | Williamsville North High School, Woodland Hills High School |
College | University of Arizona |
Relationship Status |
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Marital Status | In Relation |
Affair | Yes |
Girlfriend | Camille Kostek |
Personal Life
Rob Gronkowski has been in a relationship since 2015 with Camille Kostek. Camille is a model, television host, and actress. The duo first met at a Patriot Charity event on Thanksgiving 2013. Together they have a pet dog named Ralphie a French bulldog.
Rob Gronkowski Net Worth
Rob Gronkowski has earned a lot from his football, acting career, and various endorsements. He signed a deal worth $4.4 million with a signing bonus of $1.76 million with the New England Patriots. Along with that, he signed a six-year contract extension worth $54 million. In 2021 he signed a one-year deal with the Buccaneers worth $10 million. His salary amounts to $9 million annually and his net worth has been estimated at around $45 million by sources.
Trivia
- His father was a former college football guard for Syracuse University.
- His grandfather Ignatius represented the United States in Cycling in the 1924 Summer Olympics in Paris, France.
- At Williamsville North High School, he played Baseball as well.
- In 2013 and 2016 he did not play due to his injury.
- In 2018 he was seen on TV series as himself and also an executive producer for a series named Shark Week’s 50 Best Bites Monster Tag and Unsportsmanlike Comedy with Rob Gronkowski.
- He created a non-profit organization named Gronk Nation Youth Foundation which focuses on granting sports programs with an emphasis on health, community, and fitness.
- In 2020 he was seen in the music video of Kygo named I’ll Wait.
- In 2019 he hosted Fox’s New Year’s Eve with Steve Harvey and worked as the Football analyst on NFL on Fox.