Paige Shiver tearfully revealed losing her baby with former University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore due to a rare genetic disease,
On Friday, Shiver, 32, disclosed in an emotional interview on ABC News’s Good Morning America that she became pregnant during her tumultuous relationship with Moore, 40, who was fired in December after the university uncovered their inappropriate relationship.
Despite wanting to keep the baby, Shiver said she was advised by multiple doctors and urged by Moore himself to terminate the pregnancy after she was diagnosed with Pompe Disease, a rare genetic disorder that posed serious health risks.
“Multiple doctors and experts told me that it wouldn’t be right or healthy for me to keep the baby,” Shiver said, wiping away tears. “You have to do what’s right for your body,” Moore told her, according to Shiver.
The revelation adds a deeply personal and tragic chapter to the scandal that ended Moore’s lucrative $5.5 million-a-year coaching career after just two seasons with the Michigan Wolverines.
Moore’s firing followed public exposure of the affair by Shiver, who was his assistant at the school. When she reported the relationship to university officials, Moore responded in a disturbing way — breaking into her home and threatening to kill himself, grabbing kitchen knives during a volatile confrontation.
Moore faced serious criminal charges including home invasion and stalking, which could have led to up to five years in prison. However, he ultimately pleaded guilty to lesser offenses of malicious use of a telecommunications device and trespassing and was sentenced this week to probation, dodging jail time.
In the interview, Shiver described the relationship with Moore as manipulative and dangerous. “I did [think I was in love], but obviously looking back at things… It’s not love at all,” she said, reflecting on how things unraveled.
Moore, who is married with three children, has been at the center of intense media scrutiny since the scandal broke, reflecting ongoing issues around power dynamics and misconduct in college sports.
The story also gained national attention when the New York Post featured Moore’s scandal prominently on its front page in December, underscoring the sensational nature of the case.
Shiver’s heartbreaking admission highlights the lasting personal toll beyond the headlines and legal battles. Her courage to speak out not only sheds light on the consequences of Moore’s actions but also raises awareness about Pompe Disease and the difficult decisions faced by those affected.
As this story continues to develop, it remains a cautionary tale about abuse of power and the devastating impact on those caught in the crossfire.
The California Herald will monitor for updates on Moore’s probation status and any new legal repercussions as they emerge.
