Diane Addonizio Biography

Diane Addonizio is the wife of former American National Football League defensive end and actor, Howie Long. It is said that there is a woman behind every man's success and Addonizio proves this statement. She is also known as the First Lady of Football.

Addonizio devoted her life to football in an indirect way. She and her husband are the proud parents of three children; Chris Long, Kyle Long, and Howie Long Jr. who are also involved in football. So, she became a football mom and wife caring for both husband and children. To know more about Addonizio life, career, net worth and more, keep scrolling.

Diane Addonizio Early Life and Education

Diane Addonizio was born in 1962. Her hometown is Red Bank, New Jersey. She is of Caucasian ethnicity. There is not a lot of information about her early life. When she was younger she reportedly had a license plate that read "3 Boy Zoo" since one could find dirty socks and gum wrappers around her home.

[ CAPTION: Diane Addonizio at her early days][ SOURCE: Zimbio ]

She studied at Villanova University where she met her now husband Howie Long. They both were classical studies majors. Addonizo studied at law school as well.

Diane Addonizio Career

Diane Addonizio is an advocate by profession. However, she is a non-practicing lawyer. Since Addonizio's whole family is involved in football, she takes care of the home front. She is a football mom and wife. 

Addonizio believes that mothers should take an active interest in their children's career. Hence, she participated in a panel discussion at the Walter Payton Center which was part of a free football safety clinic for over 200 mothers. 

[ CAPTION: Diane Addonizio with her spouse Howie Long ][ SOURCE: Earth Necklace ]

Addonizio has been very supportive of her husband and children. Howie Long is a lucky man to have found an understanding and co-operative spouse like Diane. While he is busy in his career as a sports analyst, Addonizio has taken care of their home and family.

Diane Addonizio Personal Life

Diane Addonizio is married to a life partner, Howie Long, a former NFL player who is now a sports analyst for Fox Sports. The two tied the knot on June 27, 1982. The couple first met back at Villanova University. They hit it off and started dating.

[ CAPTION: Diane Addonizio with her husband and sons ][ SOURCE: In Berita ]

Their first date was in Long's dorm room where they watched an NFL game. More than three decades later, the couple is still together and going strong with no rumors of divorce.

Addonizio and Long are blessed with three children Chris Long born on March 28, 1985, Kyle born on December 5, 1988, and their youngest Howard Jr. born in 1990.

The children followed their father's steps and are now involved in the sport. Chris Long is the defensive end for Philadelphia Eagles whereas Kyle Long is the guard for the Chicago Bears. On the other hand, Howard Long Jr. is involved in football operations with the Oakland Raiders.

Diane Addonizio Net Worth

Diane Addonizio's net worth is estimated to be around $1 million. She resides in a $6 million house in Virginia. Her famous husband has a  net worth of $16 million.

[ CAPTION: Diane Addonizio and husband Howie Long's house ][ SOURCE: Muzul ]

Addonizio lives a luxurious lifestyle with her husband. Together, the couple has balanced their life between football and home.