Miles Burghoff: Who Is Gary Burghoffs Son?

Miles Burghoff is the son of Gary Rich Burghoff. Miles’ father Gary was an American actor and drummer who is one of the most recognizable faces on television. He became a household name for his performance in “M*A*S*H”. He has made appearances on game shows such as Match Game, Tattletales, Liar’s Club, Hollywood Squares, and Showoffs.

Miles Burghoff: Bio Summary

How Old Is Miles Burghoff?

Miles “Sonar” Burghoff was born on June 19, 1986, in Dayton, Tennessee, United States. He will be turning 38 years old in 2024, on June 19. He is the son of actor Gary Burghoff and his ex-wife Elisabeth Bostrom, who worked as a dental assistant for the developmentally disabled. His parents were married in 1985 but divorced in 2005.

Miles Burghoff has a brother called Jordan Burghoff. In addition to his brother, Miles has a half-sister, Gena Gale Burghoff. He has a great relationship with both his biological brother and half-sister. He has been nicknamed “Sonar” because his father Gary Burghoff played “Radar” on the TV show “M*A*S*H.”

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Miles’ paternal grandfather Rodney Burghoff worked for a clock company while his paternal grandmother Ann Burghoff was a professional dancer and directed local theater productions. Miles attended Paradise High School and graduated in the year 2005. After graduating, he went to Butte College for a year before he moved to Florida to pursue his career in tournament fishing.

Miles Burghoff studied at the University of Central Florida and graduated from the university in August 2012 with a bachelor’s degree in Sports Marketing.

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Miles Burghoff Is A Professional Fisherman

Miles Burghoff has loved fishing since he was young. He had his first fishing tournament at age 12. He had a passion for fishing and decided to fish for a living. He is doing very well in the fishing industry, making a name for himself. His famous father Gary Burghoff who also enjoys fishing has been very supportive of his son. Miles sees his father as a mentor and partner in their mutual pastime fishing.

Miles Burghoff’s father Gary holds several patents for fishing tackle, including Chum Magic, a floating device that can be filled with chum to attract fish. Miles has been involved in the fishing industry for several years. He is a tournament angler and guide. He is a 2011 Boat US Collegiate Bass Champion and Bassmaster Opens EQ angler.

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Miles has a YouTube channel, SonarFishing, where he has uploaded several videos. He was an SMS Team Member of the Shimano American Corp. He is a Tournament Angler/Outdoor Industry Personality. He serves as a host of Sweetwater Fishing TV. He has earned several sponsorships. His first sponsors in 2006 were Jetworks Air Center and Business Air.

Miles has earned sponsorships including one from Oakley, which he landed after co-hosting the Oakley Big Bass Tour other sponsors are Quantum, Topwater Clothing, Angler Innovations, Navionics, Secret Lures, and Lazer Trokar. “(Sponsors) continue to work with you and help out so you’re able to afford the sport because it’s very expensive,” he said.

Miles, who is an enthusiastic angler said of his advice to upcoming anglers: “Most important, in my opinion, is you have to learn how to be yourself. That almost means you have to throw away the excess of what you learned from others. Everybody’s different; it’s just like art. If you question yourself, you’ll never be able to make the intuitive decisions necessary on the water.”

Miles Burghoff Is A Family Man

Miles “Sonar” Burghoff has his own family and he prioritizes his family. He is married to his beloved wife Katie Burghoff. In October 2023, Miles and Katie celebrated their anniversary. Miles admitted that he has made some “pretty good decisions” in his life but “all of them pale in comparison to saying “I DO” eight years ago.”

Miles often shares posts of his family on his Instagram handle. He and his wife Katie welcomed a daughter Rylee Elisabeth Burghoff in 2023. When Rylee was born, Miles took to Instagram to share a photo of himself and his newborn baby and another of his wife holding little Rylee while lying in bed at the hospital. Miles shared that he “caught the best 8-pounder” of his life.

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Miles revealed that his newborn baby’s name is Rylee Elisabeth Burghoff. He said his wife Katie and Rylee did so ‘good’ and were healthy. He made it known that he was proud of his wife adding that “there’s nothing that can prepare you for the experience of witnessing your first child being born.”

“The emotions I felt today can only be described as real, and overwhelming. I already love being a dad, and I can’t wait for the adventures parenthood has in store.” On Mother’s Day, May 14, 2023, Miles shared an adorable photo of his wife and daughter Rylee on Instagram as he celebrated his wife. He wrote: “Happy 1st Mothers Day to one incredible new mom- @ktwestphal26!!! I have watched her really embrace being a loving and caring mother to our little girl, and am so proud of her!”

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