Emmitt Smith was born in a working-class family on May 15, 1969, in Pensacola, Florida, United States. Heis a former American football player and is well known for his durability, vision, and consistent performance. Heplayed in the NFL for 15 seasons with the Dallas Cowboys and is well known by his most popular nicknames E. Smitty and The Rushing King. His full name is Emmitt James Smith III.
Personal Basic Information
| Full Name | Emmitt James Smith III |
| Nick Name | E.J, Scoey, The Cowboy Cadilac, The G.O.A.T of Running Backs |
| Father’s Name | Emmitt James Smith Jr. |
| Mother’s Name | Mary Clements Smith |
| Date of Birth (Born) | May 15, 1969 |
| Birth Place | Pensacola, Florida, USA |
| Current Age | Age: 56 years, 10 months, and 1 days as of today. Time left for next birthday: 1 months and 29 days. |
| Height | 5 feet 9 inches (1.75 meters) |
| Weight | 221 pounds (100 kg) |
| Net worth | Approx. $25 million dollars as of March 2025 |
| Marriage Status | Married |
| Wife Name | Patricia Southall |
| Kids Name | Emmitt James Smith IV, Skylar Smith, Elijah Alexander James Smith, Rheagen Smith (from a previous relationship), Jasmin Page Lawrence |
| High school | Escambia High School in Pensacola, Florida. |
| Nationality | American |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
| Current Team Name | Retired from professional football in 2005 |
Emmitt Smith’s Net Worth
Smith’s estimated net worth is around $25 million dollars as of 2025. Smith’s wealth mainly comes from his successful NFL playing career, high-paying endorsement contracts, and various other businesses. His earning comes from various sources which are mentioned below:
- NFL Salary: His earnings from his professional football career is approx. $61 million dollars.
- Endorsements: He earned from Reebok and Pepsi brand campaigns.
- Business Ventures and Investments: He co-owns The Gents Place; it is a men’s grooming club. He has also invested in real estate and business ventures like his co-founded business Smith/Cypress Partners LP which is a real estate development company.
- Broadcasting Contracts: After retiring Smith served as an Analyst for ESPN.
Emmitt Smith’s Early Life and Childhood
Emmitt Smith was born on May 15, 1969,in Pensacola, Florida., His father Emmitt James Smith Jr. was offered a football scholarship at Fisk University but had to turn it down to take care of his mother, he used to work as a bus driver and his mother Mary Clements Smith used to be a waitress.
He grew up with his 5 siblings in a humble home. Ever since his childhood days, Emmitt has been interested in football his dream was to play for the Dallas Cowboys. He went to a neighbourhood school where he participated in sports and developed a passion for it.
Education and the Beginning of Sports Career
He took admission in Escambia High School in Pensacola, Florida. He helped the school team win two state championships while doing well academically. In 1987, he got into the University of Florida through a scholarship and played for his university team called Florida Gators while achieving many awards and records.
In 1990, Emmitt was recruited in the NFL Draft and left college, he was drafted as the 17th overall pick for the Dallas Cowboys, his dream team. People doubted him because of his lack of speed but his team believed in him and with his hard work and talent he led his team to many victories.
Professional Career
1990-1996: He was first selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the 1990 NFL Draft and won the ward of NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year and settled himself as the best running back in the league.
He led his team to victory over the Buffalo Bills in the Super Bowl and became the NFL and Super Bowl MVP (Most Valuable Player). He became the NFL’s all-time leading rusher and left the Dallas Cowboys in 2002.
2003-2005: In 2003, Smith signed with the Arizona Cardinals and retired after playing for two seasons on February 3, 2005.
Achievements / Awards / Medals
In the amazing journey of professional football Tom has a long list of achievements and here are listed few of them:
International Achievements
- 2010: Inducted in the Pro Football Hall of Fame
NFL Achievements
- 1990: He won the Rookie of the Year.
- 1993: He led his team Cowboys to victory in Super Bowl (XXVIII) and became NFL MVP, Super Bowl MVP, and rushing title in the same year, the first payer to get all the above in one season.
- 1992, 1993, 1995: His team Dallas Cowboys won the Super Bowl.
- 1989, 1990: He became an NFL MVP.
These are the major achievements in his NFL career as a professional football player.
Married Life and Family
He married Patricia Southall on April 22, 2000, who is a former Miss Virginia USA but just after 20 years of their marriage, they announced a legal separation in August 2020. He has three children from this marriage and the details are given below:
- Emmitt James Smith IV: Their first child was a son born on May 15, 2002.
- Skylar Smith: The second child is a daughter born on October 15, 2003.
- Elijah Alexander James Smith: His third son was born on September 22, 2010.
He also has a daughter named Rheagen Smith born on November 2, 1998, with his ex-girlfriend Hope Wilson.
He is also the stepfather of a daughter named Jasmine Page Lawrence who was born on January 15, 1996, and this child is from the previous marriage of Patricia Southall with actor-comedian Martin Lawrence.
Currently, there are no public announcements about Emmitt Smith’s remarriage.