(CNN) -- Michael Strahan loves the mega-romantic film "The Notebook," isn't afraid to admit his fear of snakes, supports same-sex marriage and makes Kelly Ripa giggle like no one else. Is it any wonder he's a media darling? The former NFL star is a rising star of another sort these days with gigs as co-host on the popular morning show "Live with Kelly and Michael," as a sports commentator and now reports that he may be joining "Good Morning America." Michael Strahan on verge of joining 'Good Morning America' It's an interesting trajectory for the 6-foot-5-inch, gap-toothed Strahan, who spent his entire professional athletic career playing for the New York Giants and proudly sports a Super Bowl championship ring.
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Strahan has gone from pro athlete to media darling
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Kelly Ripa has had praise for him as a co-host
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He is engaged to Eddie Murphy's ex-wife
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