Patrick Mahomes, who was born on September 17, 1995, in Tyler, Texas, has become one of the biggest stars in the NFL. As the quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs, he’s already won three Super Bowls, taken home three Super Bowl MVP awards, and been named NFL MVP twice.
Beyond his accomplishments on the field, his background and heritage also play a significant role in his story. Let’s take a closer look at his ethnicity and family roots.
Patrick Mahomes’ Family and Background
Mahomes comes from a mixed-race family. His dad, Pat Mahomes Sr., is Black, and his mom, Randi Mahomes (nee Martin), is white. Growing up in a multicultural home, he got to experience and appreciate both sides of his heritage. He’s talked openly about how some people try to question his racial identity, but he’s always been confident in who he is. In a 2020 interview with GQ, he addressed the conversations people have about him online, saying, “I’ve seen how people on Twitter have tweeted and said, ‘Oh, you’re not full Black.’ But I’ve always just had the confidence and believed in who I am. And I’ve known that I’m Black, and I’m proud to be Black. And I’m proud to have a white mom, too.”
Sports run in the Mahomes family. His dad, Pat Mahomes Sr., was a Major League Baseball pitcher who played for teams like the Minnesota Twins, Boston Red Sox, and New York Mets from 1992 to 2003. He may not have been an All-Star, but he spent over a decade in the big leagues, finishing his career with a 42-39 record. Watching his dad compete at such a high level definitely had an impact on Patrick and his love for sports.
Mahomes didn’t just stick to football as a kid. He also played baseball and basketball. His dad still remembers a moment that proved just how special Patrick’s talent was. One day during a baseball game, Patrick decided to switch things up, batting left-handed with a wooden bat and still managed to hit a home run over the centerfield fence. His mom, Randi, was just as important in his upbringing, too. She always made sure he focused on school and had strong values. Even after she and Pat Sr. divorced in 2006, they stayed committed to co-parenting and ensuring Patrick had a solid, supportive foundation.
