John Fashanu Biography: Age, Net Worth, Instagram, Spouse, Height, Wiki, Parents, Siblings, Children

John Fashanu has had two main professions throughout his career: English television presenter and former professional footballer. 

After retiring from football due to injury, he became a presenter, most notably co-presenting the UK edition of Gladiators in the 1990s. 

As a former professional footballer, he played as a center-forward from 1978 to 1995 and had his most successful years at Wimbledon, where he won the FA Cup in 1988 and scored over 100 goals.

Profile

• Full Name: John Fashanu
• Stage Name: John Fashanu
• Born: 18 September 1962
• Age: 61 years old
• Birthplace: Kensington, London, United Kingdom
• Nationality: United Kingdom
• Occupation: television presenter and a former professional footballer
• Height: 1.88m
• Parent: Pearl Gopal and Patrick Fashanu
• Siblings: Justin Fashanu,
• Spouse: Melissa Kassa-Mapsi and Abigail Fashanu
• Children: Amir Fashanu, Akio Fashanu, Alana Fashanu and Amal Fashanu
• Relationship: married 
• Net Worth: $20 million.

Early Life And Education

 John Fashanu was a British professional footballer, born on 18 September 1962 in Kensington, London, United Kingdom. He was raised by his parents Pearl Gopal and Patrick Fashanu, along with his sibling Justin Fashanu, John attended Northumbria University Newcastle, where he studied Business and Marketing. 

Career

John Fashanu’s successful football career and subsequent television career. As a center-forward, he played for various clubs in England and New Zealand, including Norwich City, Lincoln City, Crystal Palace, Millwall, and Miramar Rangers (on loan). 

However, his most notable stint was with Wimbledon FC, where he spent eight seasons (1986-1994) and won the FA Cup in 1988. At Wimbledon, he scored over 100 goals in all competitions, solidifying his reputation as a skilled and successful footballer.

John Fashanu had a successful career in professional football, earning two senior caps for the England national team and scoring 134 league goals before retiring at the end of the 1994-95 season. After his retirement, he transitioned into television presenting and became a co-host of the popular British game show Gladiators in the 1990s. 

He also presented Deal or No Deal Nigeria and appeared on reality shows like I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! And Dancing on Ice. In addition, Fashanu briefly managed his own Sunday league football team, Fash FC, which was featured on a TV show.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: John Fashanu (@therealjohnfashanu)

Personal Life

Two marriages have marked John Fashanu’s 61-year-old personal life. His first marriage was to Melissa Kassa-Mapsi, which ended in separation in 2004. He then married his second wife, Abigail Fashanu, in 2011. Fashanu has four children from his marriages—two sons named Amir and Akio and two daughters named Alana and Amal.

Net Worth

John Fashanu is known for his successful football career and current role as an English television presenter. Through his various endeavors, he has amassed a net worth of $20 million.

 Fashanu’s wealth results from his hard work, dedication, and talent in sports and media. He remains a respected figure in the UK entertainment industry and is highly regarded for his contributions to sports and television.