MICHAEL Strahan shared a beautiful behind-the-scenes moment, as he readied himself for his Sunday football duties.
Along with co-hosting Good Morning America, the Super Bowl winner is also an analyst on Fox’s NFL pregame show.
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On Sunday, the show went on location, broadcasting live from an air force base in Qatar.
Minutes before going live on-air, Michael, 50, shared a quick video to his Instagram showing off the airmen behind him.
As the young men and women roared with applause, the Hall of Famer spun his camera phone around, recording the sight.
He captioned his video: “FOX NFL SUNDAY is live from Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar with a two-hour show beginning RIGHT NOW.”
ARMY BRAT
Michael has a special connection to the armed forces, as he is a self-described “army brat.”
On Veteran’s Day, he shared a vintage-looking photo of his dad in a military uniform in front of a Christmas tree on Instagram.
The host captioned the Veteran’s Day tribute post saying: “My father and hero Maj. Gene W. Strahan, Sr.”
“My dad served for 23 years in the army and was a proud member of the 82nd Airborne Division,” Michael added, after opening up about his past on Rachael Ray.
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He also noted that he doesn’t only honor his father, but others who fight for America as well.
“On #VeteransDay and every day, I honor my father and all veterans and active service men and women who risked their lives to protect us,” he said.
With gratitude, Strahan added: “THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU.”
MISSING IN ACTION
Fans will be offering their thanks once Michael return to his normal GMA hosting duties.
The popular anchor sparked concern after missing his second day in a row on the morning show, following a “dangerous” segment.
Earlier in the week, he filmed “terrifying” scenes with polar bears in Canada.
But by Friday, Michael’s absence left viewers worried when he still hadn’t returned to the main desk.
One wrote on an online thread, “Why is Michael never on anymore?” while another added: “I hope he’s okay.”
On Wednesday, Michael left fans fearful for his safety when he got up close and personal with some polar bears in Canada.
He went on an expedition to see the animals during a segment on how their homes were under threat from the climate crisis.
The clip began with a shot of the TV broadcaster on a boat wearing a black beanie hat and what appeared to be a life jacket and goggles as he rode closer to the dangerous animals.
Fans shared their concern for Michael at the time, with one commenting: “Terrifying he will do anything just for the money shot.”
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