Known For
Acting
Birthday
November 30, 1960 (age 66)
Place of Birth
Leicester, England, UK
Also Known As
- Gary Winston Lineker
Gary Lineker
Biography
Gary Winston Lineker is a former professional footballer turned popular television presenter and sports broadcaster. Renowned for his exceptional goal-scoring abilities and his clean disciplinary record on the field, Lineker is one of England’s football legends. After retiring from football, he transitioned into broadcasting, where he became the longstanding presenter of the BBC’s Match of the Day and a prominent voice in sports media. Born on November 30, 1960, in Leicester, England, Lineker is also widely recognized for his articulate social commentary and charitable efforts.
Known For - Movies
Bend It Like Beckham
as Himself
Marvellous
as Himself
The Grand Knockout Tournament
as Self
Bernard and the Genie
as Himself
Hero
as Self
The Boy in the Dress
as Gary Lineker
An Evening With Gary Lineker
as Self
Faith
as TV Presenter
Rooney 2004: World At His Feet
as Self (archive footage)
Splitting Heirs
as Couple at Restaurant
Known For - TV Shows
The Graham Norton Show
as Self
Phineas and Ferb
as Soccer Player #1 (voice)
Match of the Day
as Self - Host
Match of the Day
as Host
Match of the Day
as Presenter
Match of the Day
as Self - Presenter
Match of the Day
as Pundit
Have I Got News for You
as Self - Host
Newsnight
as Self
Have I Got a Bit More News for You
as Self - Presenter