Jim Irsay’s Personal Life, Siblings, Parents, Wife, Girlfriend, Kids, Other Family and Dating History
Parents:
Father:
Robert Irsay, founder of the Baltimore Colts. A charismatic and sometimes controversial figure, Robert Irsay was known for his aggressive business tactics and his love for the Colts. He owned the team from 1953 to 1972, winning two NFL championships. However, his tenure was also marked by financial problems and legal troubles.
Mother:
Dorothy Irsay (née McMillin). Dorothy Irsay was a quiet and supportive presence in Jim’s life. She was married to Robert Irsay for 49 years, until his death in 1995.
Siblings:
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Sister: Rebecca Irsay Lowe (deceased). Rebecca was Jim’s older sister. She died of cancer in 1999 at the age of 44.
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Brother: Robert Irsay Jr. Robert Jr. is Jim’s younger brother. He has worked in various roles for the Colts organization, including as senior vice president of business development.
- Sister: Jennifer Irsay Sybert. Jennifer is Jim’s youngest sister. She is a philanthropist and has served on the boards of several charitable organizations.
Wife and Girlfriend:
- First marriage: Kim Adams (1982-1995). Jim met Kim Adams in college, and they were married for 13 years. They had three children together: John, Jennifer, and Robert Jr.
- Second marriage: Kay Adams (2000-2011). Jim married Kay Adams, a former cheerleader for the Colts, in 2000. They were married for 11 years, but did not have any children together.
- Current relationship: None
Kids:
- John Irsay: Jim’s eldest son.
- Jennifer Irsay: Jim’s daughter, Jennifer, is a philanthropist and has founded her own charity, “Jennifer Irsay’s Refreshed Start.”
- Robert Irsay Jr.: Jim’s youngest son.
Other Family:
- Jim has several nieces and nephews from his siblings.
Dating History:
- Jim Irsay has been linked to several women in the past, but most details remain private.
Personal Life
Growing up with the Colts
However, his childhood wasn’t always sunshine and roses. His father, known for his volatile personality, could be both generous and demanding. Additionally, Irsay faced tragedy at a young age when his sister Roberta died in a car accident in 1971 and his brother Thomas, who lived with a severe mental disability, passed away in 1999.
Education and athletic pursuits: Irsay attended Loyola Academy in Wilmette, Illinois, a suburb just north of Chicago, followed by Mercersburg Academy in Mercersburg, Pennsylvania. He then went on to study broadcast journalism at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas. While he initially enrolled with the intention of playing football, an ankle injury ended his playing career prematurely. Instead, he worked in the Colts’ front office during his summers in college.
Learning from his father:
From an early age, Irsay witnessed firsthand his father’s business acumen and competitive spirit. Robert Irsay was a shrewd businessman who built his empire through hard work and savvy deals. He also had a reputation for being ruthless and demanding. While Jim admired his father’s success, he also learned from his mistakes and vowed to run the Colts differently.
