Erin Andrews Opens Up About Father's Health Scare, Gets Emotional While Sharing About The Moment

Erin Andrews recently shared details about a health issue suffered by her father in the past. Erin opened up on how the health problem impacted her in the next few months.

By Anupal Neog Last Updated: Apr 10, 2026 | 06:59:25 IST

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Erin Andrews has been one of the most well-known faces on television. She has worked for ESPN and Fox Sports, and even participated in Dancing with the Stars in 2010. Erin has been involved in other activities at the same time. She started a national campaign, known as Girls Night Out, after collaborating with StubHub in October 2011. She has also been an ambassador for the Orangetheory Fitness.

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Erin Andrews recently started trending after she revealed an incident when her father, Steve Andrews, had a heart attack, and the impact it left. Keep reading to know more!

Erin Andrews opens up on how she felt when her father had a heart attack

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Erin Andrews recently appeared for an interview on Calm Down with Erin and Charissa on April 9, 2026, where she recalled that her father had a heart attack on Christmas. Erin said that she never discussed the matter anywhere, saying that it was an awful and horrible experience, which happened in front of everyone. Notably, the health issue happened in Montana, as revealed by Andrews during the conversation. However, Erin said that there were no severe consequences, as she said:

“It ended up having a great ending.”

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Andrews addressed her family members, including her sister, Kenda, alongside her mother, Paula, and husband, Jarrett. Erin said that all of them ensured to get the necessary help, such as contacting the paramedics. Erin mentioned that her father was eventually transported to another hospital. Andrews even thanked the firefighter, medical team, and everyone else who took care of her father, saying that she was grateful for how Steve was taken care of.

Erin Andrews reveals how she has been recovering after her father’s heart attack

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While speaking on Calm Down with Erin and Charissa, Erin Andrews said that she had PTSD on one occasion when her son contacted her father on FaceTime. Erin stated that her father was speaking to her from a hospital bed in Tampa. Erin recalled how she reacted to the moment, saying that her body “seized up.” Andrews said that her father was displaying symptoms of having another heart attack despite recovering from the previous one.

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Erin Andrews referred to how the healthcare workers helped to keep her father alive, saying that they don’t get the credit they deserve. In between these, Andrews became emotional, saying that her father has been perfect in taking care of his health. She said:

“This is where I’ll cry. My dad does take care of himself so much, and like, he does such a good job, and I feel so bad, he needs a break.”

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While she opened up about her father’s health, the co-hosts mentioned how cardiovascular diseases can lead to serious complications. Erin Andrews then said that she and her sister, Kendra, are already going for a checkup to ensure they don’t face the same risk in the future.

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What are your thoughts about the health issue suffered by Erin Andrews’ father and her reaction to the same in the latest interview? Let us know.

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