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Steve Gleason, born on March 19, 1977 in Spokane, Washington, United States, is an American football player. As of 2026, Steve Gleason is 49 years old. Schooling on record includes Washington State University.
My Take
Steve Gleason moves me in a way few athletes do. His blocked punt for the Saints after Hurricane Katrina was more than a play; it was a city catching its breath. But it is his life after football that defines him for me. Living with ALS, he turned his diagnosis into a foundation and a relentless advocacy mission, refusing to let the disease define the terms. The Washington State safety became a symbol of human will. I value him less for the football record than for showing how adversity can be transformed into meaning and hope.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Steve Gleason
- Name (Japanese)
- スティーブ・グリーソン
- Reading
- すてぃーぶ・ぐりーそん
- Born
- March 19, 1977 (age 49)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Pisces / Snake
- Origin
- Spokane, Washington, United States
- Occupation
- American football player
2. Background
- University
- Washington State University
3. Links
- Wikipedia (English)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve%20Gleason
- Wikidatahttps://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q7612664
4. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-17
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Steve Gleason born?
Born March 19, 1977 (age 49).
Where is Steve Gleason from?
Steve Gleason is from Spokane, Washington, United States.
What does Steve Gleason do?
Steve Gleason works as American football player.
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