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Clinton Drew Dempsey

Clint Dempsey is a retired American soccer forward from Texas who is now a CBS Sports analyst. He is tied with Landon Donovan for the U.S. men’s national team’s all-time scoring record, with 57 career goals. He now co-hosts CBS Sports’ Kickin’ It, having overcome a heart arrhythmia diagnosis to keep playing before retiring in 2018 and entering the Hall of Fame.

Overview

Clinton Drew Dempsey's Profile

Clint Dempsey was born on March 9, 1983, in Nacogdoches, Texas. He played college soccer at Furman University before entering MLS with the New England Revolution in 2004. Dempsey later built a successful European career with Fulham and Tottenham Hotspur before returning to MLS with Seattle Sounders FC. He retired from professional soccer in August 2018.

After retiring, Dempsey transitioned into media, joining CBS Sports as a soccer analyst. He subsequently became part of the network’s soccer programming, including Kickin’ It, which premiered in 2023. The show brought Dempsey together with Kate Scott, Charlie Davies, and Maurice Edu for interviews with prominent figures from the soccer world.

Dempsey also developed a relationship with FOX Sports, making his analyst debut for the network during the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. He returned for the 2024 Copa América and was part of FOX Sports’ studio team for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. His broadcasting work draws on a 13-year U.S. national-team career, including three World Cup appearances and 57 international goals.

Quick Facts

  • Full Name: Clinton Drew Dempsey
  • Gender: Male
  • Date of Birth: 1983-03-09
  • Nationality: American
  • Ethnicity: White
  • Sexual Orientation: Straight
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Career Start: 2018
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  • Years Active
  • Estimated Salary: $200,000–$500,000

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TV Shows​

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Kickin’ It

Networks

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Personal Life

Family, relationships and background

  • Marriage Bethany Dempsey (née Keegan) from 2007 to (An educational psychologist; the two met at Furman University. )
  • Elyse Dempsey , a biological child with Bethany Dempsey, born in 2008
  • Jackson Dempsey, a biological child with Bethany Dempsey, born in 2010
  • Sophia Dempsey, a biological child with Bethany Dempsey, born in 2012
  • Clay Dempsey, a biological child with Bethany Dempsey, born in 2014
  • Linc Dempsey, a biological child with Bethany Dempsey, born in 2020
  • Maevy Dempsey, a biological child with Bethany Dempsey, born in 2023

Education

Educational background and qualifications

  • Attended Furman University (2001–2003); did not graduate, leaving to sign a professional contract with the New England Revolution

Net Worth & Income

Income sources, net worth, and properties.

  • Primary income now from his CBS Sports analyst and Kickin' It co-host roles.
  • Earnings from his professional football career, including contracts with the New England Revolution, Fulham, Tottenham Hotspur, and Seattle Sounders FC.
  • Past endorsement deals, including with EA Sports' FIFA franchise (cover athlete, 2015).

Awards

Awards & recognition

  • National Soccer Hall of Fame — Inducted (2022)
  • U.S. Soccer Male Athlete of the Year — 2007, 2011, 2012 (playing career)
  • MLS Rookie of the Year — Winner (2004)
  • MLS Comeback Player of the Year — Winner (2017)