Jesse Palmer's Heroic Act: The Incredible Moment 'Golden Bachelor' Host Saves a Colleague's Life
Jesse Palmer, host of 'Golden Bachelor', shares gripping tales of his heroic act, childhood adventures, and intriguing revelations in an exclusive interview with Us Weekly's '25 Things You Don't Know About Me'
Jesse Palmer, 44, revealed in an exclusive interview with We's "25 Things You Don't Know About Me" that he had saved a co-worker's life by performing the Heimlich maneuver during a live football game broadcast.
In 2013, ESPN broadcaster Chris Fowler was saved by former professional football player Jesse Palmer during the Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium in New York City. At the time, Fowler, who is now 61 years old, expressed his gratitude on Twitter (now known as X). Fowler wrote, "I've never before needed the Heimlich maneuver at halftime or any time! Thanks to Jesse Palmer, he saved me from choking on a dry chicken sandwich. Really." He further stated, "Having a quick-thinking ex-NFL player around when the Heimlich maneuver was needed is not a bad thing. I'd rather have some bruised ribs than choke!"
Learn more interesting facts about Palmer below.
1. My favorite movie is Big Trouble in Little China. Kurt Russell as Jack Burton is simply iconic.
2. My favorite place to visit is Provence, France. The lighting and scenery are purely magical.
3. "With or Without You" by U2 is my preferred choice when it comes to slow songs.
4. The time I was extremely anxious during an interview was when I had the opportunity to interview Seal at the Grammys. As a huge fan, I was taken aback by his unexpected height.
5. I was a 10-pound, 7-ounce baby. The nurse almost dropped me on my head right after my mom gave birth.
Jesse Palmer. Disney General Entertainment/Brian Bowen Smith
6. I can’t ice-skate very well, which is very un-Canadian of me.
7. Tabasco sauce is my go-to condiment, adding a spicy kick to everything I eat. To be honest, I'm not a fan of ketchup at all.
8. Istanbul tops my list of coveted travel destinations. As a passionate lover of history, exploring the ancient city of Constantinople, where the captivating blend of Eastern and Western cultures unfold, would be an absolute dream come true.
9. I named my very first car "The Rock," which was a stylish black-and-gold Jeep Country.
10. As a young child, my parents took me to my inaugural concert featuring George Michael. I vividly recall him passionately crooning about "sex" numerous times during the unforgettable performance.
11. I had 14 posters of NFL quarterbacks on the walls, door and ceiling of my bedroom growing up.
12. When I was a baby, an orangutan tried to steal me from my mom at the zoo.
13. To maximize your growth potential, my top suggestion is to embrace opportunities by saying "yes" whenever you can. This mindset not only paves the way for future possibilities, but also fosters self-discovery.
14. A personal milestone I truly take pride in is completing Leo Tolstoy's epic masterpiece, War and Peace. Though it may be a lengthy endeavor, the profound impact it leaves behind makes every moment invested in its reading truly worthwhile.
15. If I didn’t end up playing pro football, I would’ve been an ambassador to Canada.
16. My celebrity crushes growing up were Cindy Crawford and gymnast Kim Zmeskal.
17. At Rumble Boxing in NYC, I encountered Emely, my wife, and witnessing her powerful punches on the bag left me both aroused and overwhelmed.
18. Within our abode, the powder room proudly claims the title of my cherished space, as my wife adorned it with captivating Gucci wallpaper.
19. When I was 8, my most cherished accomplishment was conquering the challenging "Cloud Spin" trail, a black diamond run, at Whiteface Mountain in New York. Despite tumbling down 59 times and accidentally tearing my ski jacket on a tree along the way.
20. Due to the striking resemblance, I often get mistaken for the retired NFL quarterback Carson Palmer, hence why people frequently refer to me as "Carson."
21. The best gift I ever received was a football helmet for Christmas when I was 7.
22. French bulldogs are my spirit animal.
23. I am Jesse James Palmer, and my parents chose to name me and my three brothers after renowned cowboys.
24. During a live football game broadcast, I successfully employed the Heimlich maneuver to rescue my fellow colleague's life.
25. If I could have dinner with two celebrities, it would be Drake and Vincent Cassel.
