Kyle Brandt Biography
Kyle Brandt (Full Name: Kyle Robert Brandt) is a popular American television host, media personality, and actor. Currently, he is the co-host of Good Morning Football on NFL Network. Before, Kyle worked as an executive producer of The Jim Rome Show from 2009 to 2016.
He also formerly portrayed Philip Kiriakis on the NBC soap opera Days of Our Lives, and appeared on MTV’s reality television series The Real World: Chicago. In August 2020, Kyle started hosting the interview podcast 10 Questions With Kyle Brandt for The Ringer Podcast Network specifically on Spotify.
This show is billed as a hybrid trivia and interview show where athletes and celebrities contest to answer questions similar to their lives and professions. The debut episode was released on August 12, 2020, and featured Aaron Rodgers as the guest.
Quick Facts
| Born | January 24, 1979 (age 45) |
| Height | 6 ft 0 in (approx. 1.83 m) |
| Wife | Brooke Brandt |
| Net Worth | $2 million |
| @KyleBrandt |
Kyle Brandt Age
Kyle is 45 years old. He was born on January 24, 1979, in Hinsdale, Illinois, in the United States. Kyle celebrates his birthday on January 24, every year.
Early Life And Education
Kyle was born in Hinsdale, Illinois, to his parents Georgia Goldberg and Bob Brandt. His mom worked as a successful commercial actress while his father was an advertising executive. He has six siblings, sisters Ashley, Casey, and Natalie, and brothers Austin, Tyler, and Christopher. Kyle studied at Stevenson High School in Lincolnshire, Illinois and in 1997 graduated as the school’s all-time leading rusher for football.
Later on, he joined Princeton University, where he became a three-year starter at running back and kick returner. While working as president of his fraternity, Beta Theta Pi, Kyle became increasingly interested in acting and entertainment. He took part in local theater and acted in many plays on campus. In 2001, he graduated with a degree in English.
Kyle Brandt Wife
Kyle is married to his wife Brooke Brandt. He and his wife married on September 18, 2010. They have two kids, a son Calvin who was born in 2013, and a daughter Evelyn who was born on July 3, 2016. Previously, Kyle was dating Lori Trespicio whom they split in 2004.
Real World Kyle Brandt
Kyle was selected during the Spring of 2001 from over 50,000 applicants to be a cast member on MTV’s The Real World: Chicago, the 11th season of The Real World. During the show, he and his fellow cast mates served as lifeguards on North Avenue Beach. Following the show, Kyle moved to Los Angeles, California to pursue acting.
Basement
Kyle started hosting the podcast ” Kyle Brandt’s Basement”, in August 2022, produced by ESPN and Omaha Production. The podcast explores the ins and outs of the NFL via lively guest interviews and interactive audience segments. Listen to this podcast on Spotify. Moreover, it recognizes and celebrates the innovation and creativity in digital and social media.
Days Of Our Lives
Kyle played the character of Philip Kiriakis on the American soap opera, Days of Our Lives from 2003 until 2006. Being a U.S. Marine, Philip’s storylines included saving his girlfriend from mercenaries, being tortured as a POW, and losing his leg at war.
Buffalo Bills
Initially, he jumped on the Bills bandwagon and has been adopted into the Bills Mafia. In 2021, Kyle joined One Bills Live to share his mind on the loss to the Colts and looked ahead to a matchup with New Orleans. He threw his support behind the Bills to bounce back and moved on to discuss the ever-changing AFC race.
NFL
Kyle is an NFL Network Good Morning Football host. He joined NFL Network from The Jim Rome Show where he was a producer and head writer since 2007, appointed executive producer in 2009.
Football Career
Kyle is the Emmy Award-winning Good Morning Football host. He was a three-year starter as a running back and kick returner at Princeton University.
Soap Opera
Kyle played the role of Philip Kiriakis on the NBC soap opera Days of Our Lives.
Good Morning Football
It was reported on July 19, 2016, that Kyle would be one of the hosts of Good Morning Football, a daily morning show on NFL Network starting August 1, 2016. He has been a GMFB host since 2016.
Bills Jacket
Kyle’s Bills Winter Bomber Jacket is available everywhere.
Angry Runs
In 2023, NFL Network’s Kyle crowned Bills running back James Cook as the Week 15 Angry Runs winner and credits Buffalo’s Shnow Plow for the effort.
Draft Pick
Kyle said the New York Jets should pick University of Alabama defensive tackle Quinnen Williams No. 3 overall in the 2019 NFL Draft.
Gil Brandt
Gil Brandt is the grandfather of Kyle. In 2017, he posted a tweet from Gil mentioning him as his grandfather. The retired football executive highlighted information about the Super Bowl. Kyle addressed Gil as his grandad, sharing that tweet.
Height
Kyle is a man of tall stature who stands at a height of 6 ft 0 in (approx. 1.83 m).
Salary
As the co-host of Good Morning Football on NFL Network, Kyle’s average salary is $79,986 per year.
Net Worth
Kyle has been a television host, media personality, and actor since 2002. He has garnered a decent fortune over the years. Kyle’s net worth is $2 million.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who Is Kyle Brandt Married To?
Since 2010, Kyle has been married to Brooke Brandt. Together they share two children.
Did Kyle Brandt Play In The NFL?
Kyle is just a co-host on Good Morning Football, an NFL Network’s premier morning television program.
Where Is Kyle Brandt Today?
Kyle serves as the co-host of Good Morning Football on NFL Network.
Where Does Kyle Brandt Live?
Kyle lives in New York, United States.
Who Is Kyle Brandt?
Kyle is a television host and actor recognized for playing Philip Kiriakis on Days of Our Lives for over 750 episodes. He is the co-host of NFL’s Good Morning Football. Besides, Kyle works as a senior producer of the television series hosted by Jim Rome on Showtime. He played running back while attending Princeton University.
Social Media Accounts
Twitter – @KyleBrandt
Instagram – kylebrandt