Background and Personal Profile
Karolyn Englehardt, born in Cincinnati, Ohio, on March 14, 1942, married Pete Rose on January 25, 1964. The couple had two children, Fawn Rose (b.1964) and Pete Rose Jr. (b.November 16, 1969), before divorcing in 1980 and maintaining a low public profile.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | March 14, 1942 |
| Birthplace | Cincinnati, Ohio |
| Marriage to Pete Rose | January 25, 1964 |
| Divorce | 1980 |
| Children | Fawn Rose (1964), Pete Rose Jr. (1969) |
Pioneering Broadcasting Career
Englehardt, known as the “Howard Cosell Woman” for her forthright criticism and support of women in sports media, debuted a thrice-daily sports talk show on WNOP radio in Newport, Kentucky, in 1974.
| Year | Station | Program Frequency | Notable Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | WNOP | Three times daily | Insider insights, bold forecasts |
After Divorce: Private Entrepreneurship
Post-1980 divorce, Englehardt focused on real estate and small-business support, utilising her communication abilities to create family-friendly companies with flexibility and privacy.
| Period | Venture Type | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s–Present | Real estate & local business | Sustainable, family‑oriented enterprises |
Family Athletic Legacy
Three generations of Englehardts have played baseball, from her son’s brief MLB experience to her grandson’s collegiate career.
| Family Member | Birth Year | MLB Games | Key Achievement | Current/Upcoming Role |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pete Rose Jr. | 1969 | 11 | .308 AVG, 25 HR, 98 RBI (1997 Chattanooga Lookouts) | Minor league coach & manager |
| P.J. Rose III | — | 0 | Committed to La Salle University baseball, 2025 | Division I college baseball player |
| Fawn Rose | 1964 | N/A | Public speaker, park dedication (May 2025) | Private life, occasional public engagements |
FAQ
When did Karolyn Englehardt start broadcasting?
In 1974, she started a thrice-daily sports talk show on WNOP radio in Newport, Kentucky.
What did she do after her 1980 divorce?
She encouraged local, family-friendly businesses and focused on real estate.
Who played professional baseball in her family?
Pete Rose Jr., her son, played 11 MLB games in 1997 and eventually coached in the minors.
Who will continue the family baseball tradition?
PJ, her grandson.Starting in 2025, Rose III will play Division I baseball at La Salle University.
