October 27, 2025

Erin Andrews is a big name on ESPN and FOX Sports, loved by many for her sharp sports reporting. But life behind the camera was not easy for her. She faced scary moments, health battles, and personal struggles. Her father, Steve Andrews, recently spoke about her amazing courage in an interview on TODAY with Jenna & Friends. One chilling chapter was back in 2008 when a stalker, Michael David Barrett, secretly filmed Erin in hotel rooms. "The whole stalking incident was just emotionally devastating for her," said Steve. It was a terrifying time for the family, unsure if Erin was safe. Steve even offered to stay with her for protection. The stalker went to jail for two and a half years, and Erin won a huge $55 million lawsuit. But the battles did not stop there. Erin faced a tough health scare when a routine test showed she had cervical cancer. Steve spoke with a heavy heart, "I wanted to cry. I was brokenhearted. I said, ‘Let her be OK. Take me, let her be OK.’" Erin bravely had two surgeries to remove the cancer. Just days later, she was back at work, attending a football game. Soon after, Erin called her dad with great news, "They got it. I’m cancer free." Relief and joy filled the family. Erin and her husband Jarret Stoll also went through "10 years of hell" trying to have a baby. Their first surrogacy attempt sadly ended in a miscarriage. Steve shared, "We were heartbroken for them." But finally, their son Mack arrived and has been "the light of our lives for the last two years." From scary stalkers to cancer and family fights, Erin Andrews' story shines with strength and hope. Steve's heartfelt messages remind us that behind every bright face on screen lies a powerful fighter.

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