Michael Bennett

Michael Bennett is a Super Bowl champion and 3x Pro Bowl defensive end, but his body of work is about so much more than football. Michael is an activist, author, and devoted husband and father. He uses his platform to raise awareness about important social issues, weaving in his passion for social justice and education at every turn. Michael runs The Bennett Foundation with his wife, Pele, and their three daughters, focusing on food equity and nutrition in minority communities.

Michael is also a New York Times bestselling author of Things That Make White People Uncomfortable, which is being adapted into a scripted series. Michael complements any broadcasting team he joins, including Showtime, Amazon, and most recently his former team, the Seattle Seahawks. He also teaches American Studies classes at University of Hawaii and has returned to Texas A&M University to receive his degree in architecture.

Michael is a member of Athletes for Impact, a staunch feminist and supporter of women’s rights, and a humanitarian. He supports and invests in multiple organizations and companies rooted in Africa, including Alaffia, Yolele, and #iamtheCODE where he sponsors over 100 African girls in Senegal.