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Michael Strahan Declines Dancing with the Stars Invite, Concludes $100,000 Pyramid Season 8

The TV host and former NFL star cites physical demands and a packed schedule as he balances multiple roles and commitments.

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Overview

  • Michael Strahan publicly declined an on-air invitation from Alfonso Ribeiro to compete on Dancing with the Stars, citing the physical intensity of the show and his 'old and brittle' joints.
  • Strahan stated that every athlete he knows who competed on the show described it as harder than professional sports, adding he 'cannot fathom' participating at this stage in his life.
  • He wrapped up season 8 of The $100,000 Pyramid with an emotional farewell, thanking viewers for their support and reflecting on the family-oriented appeal of the show.
  • Strahan continues to juggle his hosting duties on Good Morning America and Fox NFL Sunday, alongside managing his menswear and skincare businesses.
  • The former NFL player also prioritizes family, celebrating his daughter's recovery from a serious illness and his role as a grandfather.