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Emmanuel Acho is a Fox Sports Analyst who co-hosts FS1’s program Speak for Yourself and is a host/producer of a web series called ‘Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man.’ Besides, he is a former NFL linebacker who has played for the teams like Cleveland Browns and Philadelphia Eagles. He will be hosting the 25th season of The Bachelor’s ‘After the Final Rose’ Special.
The Dallas-native Emmanuel Acho was born on 10 November 1990 under the star sign Scorpio. The 30 years old former NFL player is American by nationality and belongs to Igbo ethnicity. He graduated from the St. Mark’s School of Texas. He later joined the University of Texas where he graduated with a degree in sports management in December 2011.
Net Worth, Salary, and Income
Acho is a former NFL player who started his professional career with the Cleveland Browns in 2012. He then played for the Philadelphia Eagles and was soon signed to the New York Giants practice squad. In October 2013, he returned to the Eagles and played for the team for two years.
In 2016, Acho began working as an analyst for the Longhorn Network. He then moved to ESPN where he was one of four hosts of Cover Four. He joined Fox Sports in June 2020 and began co-hosting the afternoon show Speak for Yourself.
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Moreover, Acho is the author of the 2020 NYT best-selling book Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man. He also has a self-titled YouTube channel, where he hosts a weekly series by the same name. He’ll replace Chris Harrison and host the 25th season of The Bachelor’s ‘After the Final Rose’ Special.
While serving as a linebacker in the NFL, Acho earned a total of $1,227,097. Though the exact figure of his salary as a sports analyst is not known, an average sports analyst earns somewhere between $66,916 and $71,509. Besides, his NYT bestselling book generated good revenue, contributing to his total net worth. He also earns a remarkable sum of money from his YouTube channel. As of December 2020, Acho’s net worth is estimated at $4 million.
Dating, Girlfriend, and Marriage
The 30-year-old sports analyst is still an unmarried man. As a matter of fact, he is also not committed to a relationship. He is enjoying his life being a single person.
However, Acho was previously dating a Nigerian-American actress, Yvonne Orji. The couple began dating in earlier 2018 but made their relationship officially in May 2018. However, they called it quits after being together for a little over a year.
Family, Parents, and Siblings
The TV host was born to parents Dr. Sonny and Christie Acho. His parents are Igbo immigrants from Isuikwuato, Nigeria. He grew up with his three siblings. One of his siblings, Sam Acho, is also an NFL player who is currently a free agent.
Acho’s entire family has been involved in African missionary work. His parents are on the board of directors of the Living Hope Christian Ministries and its Operation Hope. Meanwhile, his father, Sonny, has also served as a mental health professional in North Dallas and as pastor to the Living Hope Bible Fellowship Church.
Body Measurements: Height and Weight
Acho stands tall at the height of 6feet 2 inches. As a former NFL player, he is conscious about the fitness and wellness of his body that weighs around 98 kg. He has black curly hair and brown eyes.
