Michael Strahan’s off-air personality revealed as ‘The $100,000 Pyramid’ contestant opens up about 'GMA' star’s behavior

Contestant Richard J Martinez appeared on a recent episode of ‘The $100,000 Pyramid’ and stated that host Michael Strahan was 'so cool' on the show
A  ‘The $100,000 Pyramid’ contestant recently praised Michael Strahan for his off-air interaction with him during the show's filming (Getty Images)
A ‘The $100,000 Pyramid’ contestant recently praised Michael Strahan for his off-air interaction with him during the show's filming (Getty Images)

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: ‘Good Morning America’ star Michael Strahan’s on and off-air personality was recently revealed when a contestant on ‘The $100,000 Pyramid’ opened up about his treatment on the game show to his long list of followers.

The former NFL star returned to host the seventh season of ABC’s acclaimed game show which airs every Sunday.

A contestant named Richard J Martinez appeared on a recent episode of the game show and took to Instagram to share his thoughts on the experience, stating that Strahan was “so cool” on the show.


 
 
 
 
 
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‘The $100,000 Pyramid’ contestant discloses Michael Strahan’s personality 

Martinez announced on his Instagram that he will be playing the game show alongside Jordin Sparks and Jason Ritter.

He shared a photo of himself with Strahan and others and wrote a caption promoting his upcoming appearance on the game show.

He said, “So excited to announce that I'll be appearing on the $100,000 Pyramid this Wednesday night on ABC.”

"Tune in to watch me play with Jordin Sparks and Jason Ritter, hosted by the incredible Michael Strahan,” he said.

After the episode, Martinez’s followers asked him about his experience on the game show with one follower specifically asking him about Strahan’s personality.

Richard Martinez made his debut appearance on 'The $100,000 Pyramid' (@playfullyrichard/Instagram)
Richard Martinez made his debut appearance on 'The $100,000 Pyramid' (@playfullyrichard/Instagram)      

The follower asked, “Was Michael Strahan cool?”

Martinez saw the comment and replied, “He was so cool.”

He continued, “He showed a genuine interest in our conversation both on and off camera.”

Martinez also joked in the comments section with a follower who said they "barely recognize him in a suit.”

"I had to class it up a bit for Michael Strahan!" he replied.

‘The $100,000 Pyramid’ is one of Strahan’s many successful gigs apart from 'GMA’.

Michael Strahan shows off his impressive luxury car collection

Former NFL star and 'GMA' host Michael Strahan opened the doors of his garage for rapper and producer Swiss Beatz. 

Strahan also promoted the Grammy-winning music producer’s new Hulu show ‘Drive with Swiss Beatz’ on his social media.


 
 
 
 
 
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His promo video was shared in a joint post with the official ‘GMA’ Instagram account.

The ex-NFL star revealed that he had the "SLR McLaren Roadster for the longest” time. He then flaunted his Porsche Speedster Turbo and his SL65 Black Series.

Strahan revealed that he had been collecting cars "in his mind since nine.”

Other cars in his portfolio included the Fisker, the 964RS, the Ford GT-X1, and a 1975 Aston Marton Vanquish

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