Cynthia Littleton Business EditorIn 1996, “Jerry Maguire” made Leigh Steinberg the most famous sports agent in the country.A decade later, Steinberg, now 71, was well on his way to losing everything, including his license to serve as a talent representative.
Tom Cruise’s famous catchphrase from the Cameron Crowe film — “Show me the money” — took on a cynical dimension after Steinberg was forced to file for bankruptcy in 2012.His descent was fueled by alcoholism that left him out of control at a time when other aspects of his personal and professional life were under stress.
He was arrested twice — once for a DUI, once for public intoxication — and wound up getting help by moving into a sober living home.
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