Rudy Ruettiger Is Married And Has A Wife But Doesn't Talk About It; A Man Of Only Inspirational Talk

By LRU Writer | On: June 16, 2017

Quick Information

  • Relationship Status Married
  • Lesbian No
  • Eye Color Brown
  • Hair Color Light Brown
  • Hair Short
  • Height/ How Tall? 5 ft 6 in (1.68 m)
  • College Holy Cross College
  • High School Joliet Catholic Academy
  • Net Worth No Disclosed
  • Gay No
  • Divorce/Split Not Yet
  • Wife/Spouse Cheryl Ruettiger (M. 1996-Present)
  • Date of Birth Aug 22, 1948
  • Age 75 Years, 6 Months
  • Daughter/s Jessica Noel Ruettiger
  • Son/s Daniel Joseph Ruettiger
  • Sister/s Rita, Norman, Elizabeth, Rosemarie, Jean Ann, Carol, Mary Elieen
  • Brother/s Fracis, John, Tim, Mickey, Mark
  • Mother Belly Ruettiger
  • Father Daniel Eugene Ruettiger, Sr.
  • Zodiac Sign Leo
  • Birth Name Daniel Eugene Ruettiger
  • Profession Motivational Speaker
  • Birth Place Joliet, Illinois, United States
  • Nationality American

The personal life is called 'personal life' for a reason because it's not something to publicize. Yes, some people like exposure in regards to their private life too, but not everybody's boat floats the same way.

Rudi Ruettiger, a coveted motivational speaker in the United States who inspires people with his speech and quotes has maintained an unobtrusive personal life. 

Despite him keeping things subtle and under the radar, we have still managed to get some insight into his private life and gather information for you.

Is Rudy Ruettiger Married, has Children?

Talking about the conjugal life of this Motivational Speaker, he is happily married to Cheryl Ruettiger since 1975. The couple shares the joy of being parents, to two of their children Dane and Jessica.

Caption: Rudy Ruettiger and his beautiful wife, Cheryl Ruettiger.

Rudy's better half- Cheryl is also the co-founder of the Rudy Foundation, whose mission is to strengthen various communities by providing scholarships in education, sports and performing arts. It mainly concentrates on fulfilling people's dream through character, commitment, courage, and contribution.

The couple is married for 42 years now and shares a strong bond together, both in personal as well as professional life. Similarly, Cheryl is found interested in performing arts as her daughter Jessica is into them.

May the couple be blessed with lifelong togetherness!

The journey of a college footballer to a Motivational Speaker:

Daniel Eugene Ruettiger; famously known by the name Rudy Ruettiger was born on August 22, 1948, in Illinois, United States. He was third of the 14 children in his family.

Rudy, while growing up became very anxious about earning a roster spot and played college football at the University of Norte Dame. Against all the odds, his name is carved in the history books as conceivably the most famous Graduate of the University of Norte Dame.

Caption: A rare Picture of Rudy with his teammates from a game, back in 1993

Photo Credit: Hotdogstories.com

From being diagnosed with dyslexia in his childhood to the struggle he went through to achieve success was a well-fought journey that gradually ended at the top. Rudy, with his fierce determination, turned the table and aspired to be a Motivational Speaker.

He is now a motivational speaker and keeps inspiring people with a powerful message ''Yes I Can." Rudy entertains the international corporate audience with his distinct, heartfelt and fanatical style of communication.

Rudy has also made several appearances on various high profile talk shows which are nationally televised, and radio shows across the country.

Similarly, he has been honored with the key to many cities in the United States with a special proclamation for his commitment, human spirit, and his inspirations.

Rudy's Quotes also help people to get motivated:

Caption: Rudy's motivational Quote

Photo Credit: AZquotes.com

Furthermore, his life story was immortalized by Tristar production, who made a Blockbuster Film 'Rudy" based on his life. Rudy's life is portrayed in the movie to some extent while some facts from his real life are fabricated in the film and have been showcased differently.

With his success-driven career, Rudy has been able to accumulate a net worth that dwells around $500 thousand.

We still look forward to being inspired by his Motivational speech in the days to come.

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