Biography
Gary Winston Lineker is a former professional footballer turned popular television presenter and sports broadcaster. Renowned for his exceptional goal-scoring abilities and his clean disciplinary record on the field, Lineker is one of England’s football legends. After retiring from football, he transitioned into broadcasting, where he became the longstanding presenter of the BBC’s Match of the Day and a prominent voice in sports media. Born on November 30, 1960, in Leicester, England, Lineker is also widely recognized for his articulate social commentary and charitable efforts.
Awards & recognition
- Manuel Vázquez Montalbán Award — Sports Journalism · 2022
- English Football Hall of Fame · 2003
- James Joyce Awards
- Officer of the Order of the British Empire
Filmography20 titles
Captains of the World
Ted Lasso
Phineas and Ferb
W1A
Messi's World Cup: The Rise of a Legend
Bernard and the Genie
The Graham Norton Show
Bobby Robson: More Than a Manager
Who Do You Think You Are?
The Final Table
The Gadget Show
The First Team
Gascoigne
Bend It Like Beckham
Hell's Kitchen
Saipan
Matthews
Splitting Heirs
The Magnificent Eleven
Stand or Fall: The Remarkable Rise of Brighton and Hove Albion