Matt Holliday, a professional baseball player, was born on January 15, 1980, in Stillwater, Oklahoma. He is of American nationality. His father, Tom Holliday, was a well-known college baseball coach, and his brother, Josh Holliday, also pursued a career in baseball. Growing up in a sports-oriented family, Matt developed an early interest in athletics and displayed talent across multiple sports, including baseball, basketball, and football.
Holliday attended Stillwater High School, where he was a standout in both baseball and football. He excelled in both sports and gained recognition for his athletic achievements. Although he received scholarship offers to play college football, he chose to focus on baseball—partly due to his family's strong ties to the sport. His performances in high school brought him to the attention of professional scouts, ultimately influencing his decision to forgo college baseball and enter the MLB draft.
Matt Holliday began his professional baseball career shortly after high school, being selected by the Colorado Rockies in the 7th round of the 1998 MLB Draft. He made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut with the Rockies in 2004. During his time with Colorado, which lasted until 2008, he became known for his powerful hitting and consistent performance, earning multiple awards and All-Star selections.
| Birth Date: | 15 Jan, 1980 |
| Age: | 40 yrs |
| Occupations: | Baseball player |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Stillwater |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American professional baseball player, outfielder |
| Net Worth 2021: | 60 million |
