Rebecca Lobo
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Personal Life and Family
In 2003, Rebecca Lobo married Sports Illustrated writer Steve Rushin, adopting the hyphenated surname Lobo-Rushin. The couple met in 2001 in Manhattan, where an initial exchange about women's basketball led to a first date at a game. After nearly two years of dating, they married and have since built a strong family life together, raising four children.
Quick Facts
- Birth Date
- 6 Oct, 1973
- Age
- 46 yrs
- Occupations
- Basketball player
Sports commentator
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- Citizenship
- United States of America
- Birth Place
- Hartford
- Education
- Southwick-Tolland Regional High School
University of Connecticut - Gender
- Female
- Description
- American professional women's basketball player
- Spouse
- Steve Rushin
- Net Worth 2021
- 1.5 million
People Mentioned in This Biography
Lobo gave birth to her fourth child at the age of 40. Known for valuing her privacy, she has generally kept her family life out of the public eye and avoids sharing details with the press. She and Rushin maintain a well-regarded partnership rooted in mutual respect and affection.
Past Relationships and Privacy
Prior to her marriage, Lobo was briefly linked to Keith Olbermann during their overlapping time at ESPN and in the sports world. However, neither Lobo nor Olbermann has publicly commented on the relationship, and it remains a rarely discussed aspect of her past. She has consistently chosen to keep her personal matters private and separate from her public image.
Net Worth and Approach to Fame
As of 2014, Rebecca Lobo's estimated net worth was approximately $1.5 million. While details about her ESPN salary and other earnings remain undisclosed, Lobo has always prioritized privacy and maintained a low-profile lifestyle despite her high-profile career. She has steered clear of controversy and focused on her contributions to sports, media, and advocacy.
