‘They Always Knew’: Terry Bradshaw Shares His Most Personal Fatherhood Moment

Terry Bradshaw gets real about fatherhood, opening up about raising his three daughters and how being a dad became more meaningful than any Super Bowl victory.

The 76-year-old Fox NFL Sunday analyst has opened up about raising daughters Rachel, 38, Erin, 35, and stepdaughter Lacey, sharing the moments that matter most beyond the football field.

Bradshaw became a father in 1987 when Rachel was born, followed by Erin two years later with ex-wife Charla Hopkins. His marriage to Tammy in 2014 brought Lacey into the family, completing what he calls his “greatest team.”

Unlike his tough-guy TV persona, Bradshaw has always been emotionally available to his daughters. “My dad put me on a horse when I was 5 and really let me start living that dream,” Erin told Cowgirl Magazine about her father supporting her equestrian career from day one.

The former Steelers quarterback admits his parenting wasn’t perfect. His demanding career sometimes meant missing important moments. But these honest admissions make him relatable to fans who see him as more than just a football legend.

During recent interviews, Bradshaw talks about everyday moments – from his granddaughter wanting a tree frog to family gatherings. These simple interactions reveal where he finds his real victories now.

In a Legacy Letter podcast, Bradshaw further expressed his love for his daughters when he said ‘They always Knew’ that their daddy loves them:

“My kids never went to bed at night not knowing that their daddy loved them And that was probably more than likely the difference maker in their lives. – Terry Bradshaw.”

“It’s important for their stability, for their mental development, to know that … you know, how much their dad loves them.

“You know … girls love their daddies, don’t you ever forget that.”

“The Bradshaw Bunch” reality show gives fans access to these personal moments. When Rachel married Chase Lybbert in Texas, viewers saw Terry’s emotional pride walking his daughter down the aisle – a moment he called more nerve-wracking than any fourth-quarter drive.

Bradshaw has supported each daughter’s unique path. Rachel pursued music and television while Erin built her competitive equestrian career. He adapted his approach to champion their individual dreams, showing up as their biggest supporter rather than trying to mold them into what he expected.

For Bradshaw, his broadcasting career and entertainment ventures take a backseat to being a dad and grandfather. His openness about fatherhood shows that even NFL legends find their greatest wins in family moments, not trophy cases.