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Don Meredith Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on May 1, 2026: By Njora Robert

Don Meredith is an American athlete (track & field) best known for playing Commentator in Monday Night Football.

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Best Known For:Monday Night Football
Breakthrough:Original member of the Dallas Cowboys and star quarterback in 1960

10 Quick Facts About Don Meredith

  • Full Name: Don Meredith
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Sports Professional
  • Known For: the tv show Monday Night Football
  • Current Role: Former NFL Quarterback and Broadcaster
  • Age: 88 years old
  • Date of Birth: April 10, 1938
  • Place of Birth: Mount Vernon, Texas
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Susan Meredith
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Don Meredith Age

Don Meredith is about 88 years old as of 2026. Don Meredith was born in 1938.

Don Meredith Height

Don Meredith stands at a height of 6 feet 3 inches. This is approximately 191 cm.

Don Meredith Weight

Don Meredith weighs around 95 kilograms. This is approximately 209 lbs.

Education

He attended Southern Methodist University (SMU), where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Business.

  • Southern Methodist University (SMU)
    • Qualification: Bachelor's degree
    • Field of Study: Business
    • Period: 1957-1959

Career & Work

Don Meredith's career includes sports broadcasting roles with ABC Sports and Dallas Cowboys.

Organization: ABC Sports
Role: Color Commentator
Period: 1970-1973, 1977-1984
Details: National · Original commentator for Monday Night Football.
Organization: Dallas Cowboys
Role: Quarterback
Period: 1960–1968
Details: Dallas, TX · Three-time Pro Bowl selection.

Rise to Fame

Don Meredith rose to prominence for his role on the television show Monday Night Football.

Notable Works

Notable works include Monday Night Football.

Other

  • Work: Monday Night Football (Commentator, 1970s-1980s)

Awards & Achievements

  • Bert Bell Award — Maxwell Football Club — Player of the Year

Don Meredith Family & Relationships

Don Meredith is married to Susan Meredith. He has 3 children, including Mary Noel Meredith and Michael Meredith.

  • Children:
    • Mary Noel Meredith
    • Michael Meredith
    • Heather Meredith

Personal Information

  • Full Name: Don Meredith
  • Popular As: Joseph Donald Meredith
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation: Sports Professional
  • Nationality: American
  • Living Status: Deceased
  • Ethnicity: White

Birth & Background

  • Date of Birth: April 10, 1938
  • Age: 88
  • Birthday: April 10
  • Zodiac Sign: Aries
  • Place of Birth: Mount Vernon, Texas

Measurements

  • Height: 6 ft 3 in
  • Hair Color: Brown

Family & Relationships

  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Susan Meredith

Net Worth & Income

  • Salary: $45K – $188K (Est)
  • Net Worth: $375K – $3.8M (Est)
  • Source of Income: Employment

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  • Susan Meredith (Spouse • Third wife)

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