Akbar Gbaja-Biamila Wiki, Age, Wife, Children, Salary, Net Worth

Akbar Gbaja-Biamila is a former American football player in the National Football League (NFL) who played as a Defensive end and Linebacker.

He currently works as a television host and remains famous as one of the presenters for ‘THE TALK,’ a CBS Daytime Emmy Award-winning talk show.

Akbar Gbaja-Biamila Quick facts

Full Name: Akbar Oluwakemi-Idowu Gbajabiamila

Birthday: May 6, 1979

Birthplace: Los Angles, California

Nationality: American

Ethnicity: Nigerian

Religion: Christianity (converted to Christianity from Muslim while in college)

Age: 42 years old

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Relationship Status: Married

Wife: Chrystal Gbaja-Biamila

Children: Elijah, Saheedat, Nasi and Naomi Biamila

Height: 6 feet and 6 inches

Net Worth: $7 million

Akbar’s Age and Background

Akbar was born on May 6, 1979 in Los Angles, California.

As of today, Akbar is 42 years old, and his zodiac sign is Taurus.

He used to play college football at San Diego State University.

Parents and Siblings of Akbar

Akbar was born to his parents, mom Bola Tito Anjorin Gbaja-Biamila, and dad Mustapha.

In 2002 Akbar’s mother died in a car accident. She was 53 years old at that time. While driving in LA, Mrs. Biamila’s car went out of control, hit a palm tree, and caused a fire. She could not escape the vehicle.

He has six siblings and was born as 1 of seven children to his parents

One of his siblings, his older brother, is former NFL player Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila.

Akbar’s Wife & Married Life

Akbar reportedly met his wife Chrystal during an Oakland Raiders Game.

*Akbar Gbaja-Biamila with wife Chrystal Biamalia. (Akbar/Instagram)*

Chrystal was born in the United States of America and comes from a mixed-ethnicity background.

The Pair got married in 2005 after dating for some time.

She came to the limelight after the media began associating her with Akbar.

Unfortunately, Chrystal decides to make her personal life private and chooses not to handle social media accounts.

With their four children, the couple lives in Los Angles, California.

Children

Akbar has two sons and two daughters with his wife, Chrystal.

Their four children, Elijah, Saheedat, and twins Nasi and Naomi Biamila, are blessings in their life.

**Akbar Gbaja-Biamila with wife Chrystal and children. (Akbar/Instagram)**

Elijah Biamila is their first child.

After Elijah’s birth, Akbar and Chrystal welcomed a daughter, Saheedat Biamila.

Similarly, Akbar and Chrystal welcomed twins Nasi and Noami.

As of today, the whole family lives comfortably in their United States home.

Education

Akbar attended Crenshaw High School in South Los Angles.

He started playing Footfall in his final year at Crenshaw High School. Before that, Akbar played basketball and won City and State championships in 1996 and 1997.

As a fresh high school graduate with immaculate athletic quality, Biamila applied for a scholarship seat at many universities.

Among the many that he applied for, Akbar received scholarships from six institutions; the University of California, Oregon University, Berkeley, San Diego State, Fresno State, and Colorado State.

Akbar attended San Diego State University, where he earned a Bachelor of art degree in Communication and New media studies in 2008.

Also, in 2005 he Graduated from Wharton School of Business and has a certificate in Entrepreneurial studies.

Career

He started his career in 2003 as an undrafted Free agent in Oakland Raiders.

The now 42-years-old split his time in 2004 as a linebacker and Defensive end.

In the regular session, he appeared in 14 games. Later he resigned from Rider in 2008.

Later, in 2006 he returned to NFL after San Diego Chargers signed him.

Similarly, in 2007 Akbar signed a contract with Miami Dolphins.

He was selected in Broadcast Boot Camp as the first NFL athlete.

After his career in the field of sports, he retired in 2008.

Since 2009 Akbar has served as an analyst for Division I games on CBS college sports.

Moreover, he also took part in the reality adventure game show called ‘Expedition Impossible.’ Akbar and his team, called The Football Players, finished 4^th in the show.

On the NFL Network, he joined as a member of the NFL fantasy life cast as a host.

He joined the show The Talk as a host and happily announced it through Instagram.

Similarly, Akbar also published his book ‘Everyone can be A Ninja’ in 2019.

Currently, Biamila serves as a board member of an organization named ‘The Asomugha Foundation.’

Salary

While as an NFL player, Akbar received annual salaries that ranged in millions.

As of today, Akbar earns the majority from working as a host and presenter for various shows.

Unfortunately, the TV personality keeps his annual income a secret at the moment.

Net Worth

Akbar’s net Worth is believed to be in the range of $7 million.

This includes his property, funds, and earnings. His previous job as a Football player contributes to a majority of his income.

Now in 2022

As of 2022, Akbar is working with ‘The Talk’ ‘American Ninja Warrior’ and balances his personal life with family.

Akbar Gbaja-Biamila is 42 years old. He was born on May 6, 1979 in Los Angles, California.

Akbar Gbaja-Biamila is married to his wife Chrystal Gbaja-Biamila. The couple married in 2005.

Akbar Gbaja-Biamila has four children with his wife Chrystal Gbaja-Bimalia. Their names are Elijah, Saheedat, Nasi and Naomi Biamila.

As of 2022, Akbar Gbaja-Bimalia has a net worth of $7 million.

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