Champ Bailey
Written and reviewed by Emma Carter Updated August 21, 2026 Fact checked August 21, 2026





Interesting Biography Facts
Real name
Roland Bailey Jr.
Occupation
American football player, ex-NFL player
Birth Date
June 22, 1978
Age
48 years
Zodiac Sign
Gemini
Birthplace
Fort Campbell, Kentucky, United States
Education
Charlton County High School, the University of Georgia
Nationality
American
Champ Bailey family members
Father's Name
Roland Bailey Sr.
Mother's Name
Elaine Bailey
Siblings names
Ron Bailey (older brother), Danielle Bailey (older sister), Boss Bailey (younger brother)
Is Champ Bailey a gay/bisexual?
No
What is Champ Bailey marital status?
Married to Jessica Herrera since 2014; seven children
Who is Champ Bailey wife?
Jessica Herrera
When did get married?
July 2014
How many children does he have?
7 children (including Bria, Whitney, Keevan, Miah, Brayden and Beckem)
Champ Bailey wife
Jessica Herrera (wife)
Champ Bailey married Jessica Herrera in July 2014 at Pelican Hill in Newport Beach, California. They have two sons together, Brayden and Beckem.
Hanady Bailey (former partner)
Bailey has older children from previous relationships. Public sources identify Hanady Bailey as the mother of several of them; the family keeps many personal details private.

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Champ Bailey kids
Bailey’s children
Champ Bailey is the father of seven children. Publicly reported names include daughters Bria, Whitney and Miah and sons Keevan, Brayden and Beckem; one child’s name has not been consistently published.
Brayden and Beckem are his sons with Jessica Herrera. Because most of the children are private citizens, this profile does not add unverified personal details.

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Who are Champ Bailey parents?
Elaine Bailey (mother)

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In 2019 Champ’s name was preserved in The Pro Football Hall of Fame. During his speech at that great event he thanked his beautiful mom. He thanked for that pressure she used to make him practice football, all that love she had in her heart in the moments of sport injures and losses and all that faith in his gift she had when he had just started his career way.
His birth name is Roland Bailey Jr, but nobody remembers it now. It was his mom, who gave him the nickname “Champ” when he had just turned 2. Since then he was sure, one day he would win a championship.
Now Elaine remains one of the most important ladies in his life. She is retired and lives in a big house her son has bought for her. Previously, she worked as a funeral home attendant.
Roland Bailey Sr. (father)

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Although Champ’s parents separated, when he was a teenager, he is thankful to his father, too. Even though his parents separated, Ronald Sr. remains his dad. He is an easy-going person, who could spend the last dollar for his children. Now he is married to a woman, named Lawanda. Nevertheless, he maintains good relationships with his ex-wife Elaine. They were school love birds and they are the parents of four great kids.
Probably, Champ inherited his athletic skills from his father. He attended Charlton County High School and was one of the best sprinters there. But he didn’t become a champion, like his son. He was an army worker for many years, that’s why their family moved a lot. Finally, they settled in Folkston, GA.
Champ Bailey siblings
Ron Bailey (older brother)

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Date of birth: circa 1976
Champ’s oldest brother is named Ron. By the way, he was a good athlete at school, too, and played American football at the position of a cornerback. He dreamed to become a professional player, but he got an injury, while he was performing on the field for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and had to quit his dream.
Nevertheless, it didn’t prevent him from becoming successful. He graduated from the University of Georgia with a degree in economics. Now he resides in Atlanta and works as a graphic artist.
Danielle Bailey (older sister)

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Date of birth: circa 1976
Danielle is Champ’s only sister. She is closely-knitted with Champ and arranged Bailey Brothers Football Camp several years ago.
She is a Valdosta State University graduate. She holds a degree in sociology. Danielle resides in Stockbridge, Ga.
Boss Bailey (younger brother)

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Date of birth: October 14, 1979
His real name is Rodney Bailey. He was born in Hopkinsville, Ky. He got the nickname “Boss” from his grandfather. Boss is another stellar athlete in the Bailey family. Having started his career as a football linebacker in 2003, he played for “Detroit Lions” and “Denver Broncos”. Boss was released in 2009.
Currently, he lives in Folkston, GA. He is married to Amber Bailey and has three kids with her.
Bio
Roland “Champ” Bailey Jr. is an American former football cornerback born on June 22, 1978. A standout at the University of Georgia, he was selected seventh overall by Washington in the 1999 NFL Draft.
Bailey played 15 NFL seasons for Washington and the Denver Broncos. His 12 Pro Bowl selections are the most by a defensive back, and he recorded 52 career interceptions. He entered the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2019 and the College Football Hall of Fame in 2022. Bailey married Jessica Herrera in 2014 and is the father of seven children.
Interesting and fun facts
- Bailey played offense, defense and special teams at Georgia.
- He was the seventh pick in the 1999 NFL Draft.
- His 12 Pro Bowls are a record for a defensive back.
- He entered the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2019.
- He entered the College Football Hall of Fame in 2022.
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