This NBA season has seen some pretty big farewells and one of them will be TNT’s ‘Inside the NBA’. While Ernie Johnson is expected to make his return with ESPN, it wouldn’t be the same without the OG crew. Beginning his career in 1977, EJ has come a long way, saying goodbye to many, but one person has stayed with him through thick and thin. Guess who has been his support system?

We all know Enrie had a highlighted career, winning 6 Emmys, and getting inducted into the Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame. But the one person who stayed with her was his wife. While some already know about Mrs. Johnson, many aren’t aware of her. So, let’s get to know a little about the 57-year-old sportscaster’s wife.

Who is Cheryl Johnson? All about the life partner of Ernie Johnson

Ernie Johnson married Cheryl in 1982, and the couple has been together since then. A psychology major from Mercer University, she finished her master’s in professional counseling at the University of Georgia. Cheryl Deluca-Johnson, the talented lady, is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) serving underprivileged communities, children, women, and refugees who are at risk of trafficking trade or have gone through sexual exploitation.

Cheryl, the brand ambassador of the Street Grace organization, has worked majorly to remove domestic minor sex trafficking in the Atlanta region. She is also the President and Chief Executive Officer of the organization. A lady with responsibilities, she looks after the affairs and priorities of Street Grace. Before this, she was associated with Metro Atlanta Recovery Residences (MARR). An ambitious lady, she was instrumental in the changes in their women’s program. She was also a part of World Hope International, the Community Foundation of Northeast GA, and Rainbow Village.

While dedicating her life to advocacy and humanitarian efforts, she is the rock to EJ’s world, and the couple has balanced their careers over four decades, setting an example for modern-day relationships. While the two have experienced their careers in public spheres, both remain private, keeping their personal lives off the limelight.

Does Ernie Johnson have any children?

Yes, Ernie Johnson has 6 children with Cheryl, two of which were born out of their marriage and they later adopted four children. While Eric and Maggie are their biological children, the couple completed their family with Michael, Carmen, Ashley, and Allison. Besides a successful career, the duo has a heart of gold. Michael and Carmen came from Romanian and Paraguayan orphanages while Ashley and Allison came through domestic foster care.

However, in a tragic turn of events, Michael passed away in 2021, at the age of 33 as he was battling with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. It’s a genetic disorder that weakens muscle, causing degeneration. After the tragic loss of their beloved family member, the couple turned towards faith and, since then, focused on their grandchildren and careers.

The Johnsons’ story is one to be told, not only to each other but also to the wider world. Together, the couple has created a legacy that extends beyond their accomplishments, demonstrating the power of partnership and how resilience and longevity can bring positive change. As EJ stands at a crossroads with the end of the TNT era, fans worldwide are looking for what’s coming next. But wherever he goes, he will rock it, right?