There is no doubt in anyone’s mind that Deion Sanders, a.k.a. Prime Time, is a living legend of the sports world. Everyone remembers the big smile, flashy suits and big personality that complimented his style on both the football and baseball fields, yet many had no idea that behind all of the glitz and glamour was a very lonely individual.

All That Glitters Ain’t Gold

Many will remember Deion was a very big star during his athletic career, which led him to both the Super Bowl and the World Series. Prime Time was so popular that he appeared in films, television commercials and even released a music video (bet y’all forgot about that didn’t you?) titled “Must Be The Money” which used a sample from the ’80s classic hit by Secret Weapon “Must Be The Music”.

In the video Deion gives us all a peek into the life of a certified baller, however decades later he revealed that everything going on back in the day was just for show. According to TMZ Sports, during a very candid interview on Paula Faris’ ‘Journey Of Faith’ podcast Deion confessed that although it looked like his life was poppin’ during that time, he was miserable, and would often use his money, and sex with many women, to cover up the pain he held onto deep inside.

Threesomes and Foursomes Left Him At “Rock Bottom”

“Rock bottom for me was having hundreds of suits and not covering the pain. Rock bottom for me was having hundreds of pairs of shoes but couldn’t take a step in the right direction.”

“Rock bottom for me was having 10 cars and wasn’t going nowhere. Rock bottom for me was having a 14,000-square-foot house but never feeling at home.”

“Rock bottom for me was laying between two and three women at a time, but you get up unsatisfied. Rock bottom for me … yes, I was bleeding.”

“Laying right beside the person who said they love you, but she didn’t even know you was in pain. That was rock bottom for me.”

Deion tried to talk to people close to him about his situation, but nobody understood. Because honestly, when you’re rich and living the good life, you shouldn’t have anything to complain about…right? Nope! Rich people are human as well, and they have issues too. But no one was prepared for what Deion was about to do next.

He Was So Unhappy, He Tried To Commit Suicide

During his interview, Deion revealed that he was so unhappy with his life, that at one point he tried to commit suicide. TMZ Sports reports:

Sanders has addressed his issues before — describing in his autobiography, “Power, Money & Sex: How Success Almost Ruined My Life,” how the stress drove him to attempt suicide in 1997.

Deion says he drove his car off of a highway and over a cliff, falling 40 feet. Miraculously, he survived.

“I opened my eyes and I was still alive,” Sanders says.

Since that terrifying incident over twenty years ago, Deion has rededicated his life to Christ and is leaving his antics as the Prime Time character behind him. He’s not only a motivational speaker, but as head coach of HBCU, Jackson State University, Coach Deion has his team cuttin’ UP on the field. We love to see it!

Through his passion for all that he does, Deion Sanders continues to inspire folks from all walks of life. Speaking of inspiration, we’ll leave y’all with one of his gems he recently dropped on his Twitter page:

This ain’t the time for Pride it’s the time to display PURPOSE! What’s your Purpose? Why are u here? What are u passionate about? What excites u? That answer is your Purpose. Find it, live it, love it & walk in it because u won’t have the Peace u desire until u do. #CoachPrime

— COACH PRIME (@DeionSanders) June 7, 2022