In 2015, a collegiate basketball player called a reporter, and stenographer Debra Bollman “beautiful.” She is the mother of 2017 Voice contestant Sophia Bollman.
Debra Bollman’s profession, daughter’s accomplishments, and personal life will be covered in this article.
Debra Bollmanâs Career as a Reporter
ASAP Sports employs Debra Bollman as a reporter and stenographer. She has covered NCAA basketball, US Open tennis, and PGA golf competitions for over 20 years.
At the 2015 NCAA basketball tournament at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Debra Bollman became famous. During a news conference, Wisconsin Badgers sophomore forward Nigel Hayes murmured, “God, she’s beautiful.” He didn’t aware his microphone was on and everyone could hear him, including Debra and the media. Nigel felt humiliated by his mistake.
Debra’s Twitter following skyrocketed after the event. The Guardian, Extra, and ESPN interviewed her. She liked Nigel’s comment and appreciated his apologies. She promoted Sophia’s singing career with her popularity.
Debra Bollmanâs Daughter, Sophia Bollman
Debra’s second daughter is Sophia Bollman. She’s a singer-songwriter who’s loved music since childhood. She sang at four and played guitar at nine. 13-year-old Detour91 was her band.
Sophia’s greatest accomplishment was participating in The Voice 13 in 2017. She auditioned with Kelly Clarkson’s “Invincible” and pleased Blake Shelton, who turned his chair. She joined Team Blake and battled Mitchell Lee with Counting Crows’ “Mr. Jones” in the battle rounds. She lost the fight and was eliminated.
Sophia pursued music after leaving The Voice early. âBreak My Heartâ was her 2018 debut song, followed by âIâm Not Sorryâ in 2019. She played at the Riverside County Fair, Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival, and NAMM Show.
Personal Life of Debra Bollman
Debra Bollman was born in Riverside, California, on June 6, 1971. She attended Riverside Community College after graduating from La Sierra High School in 1989. Tyler, Sophia, and Olivia are her children with Scott Bollman, whom she married in 1992.
Debra is a supportive mother. Her Instagram account [@debrabollman] has family photos and videos. She travels, hikes, bikes, skis, and golfs with her spouse.
A basketball player called Debra Bollman “beautiful.” The Voice contestant Sophia Bollman is her daughter. Debra’s work and family are prosperous.
