Tunch Ilkin To Appear At Mystery Lovers Bookshop

OAKMONT, PA - Steelers color analyst and former offensive tackle Tunch Ilkin will appear at Mystery Lovers Bookshop on Allegheny River Boulevard to sign copies of his new book, “In the Locker Room: Tales of the Pittsburgh Steelers from the Playing Field to the Broadcast Booth.” You can meet Ilkin at the bookstore on Dec. 6 at 7 p.m.

Ilkin played for the Steelers from 1980 to 1992, appearing in two Pro Bowls. He has served as a Steelers broadcaster for the past 20 years and co-hosts the "In the Locker Room" radio show with Craig Wolfley on ESPN 970.

Featuring conversations with Steelers past and present, as well as off-the-wall anecdotes, Ilkin’s book chronicles some of the most memorable moments and characters in Steel City football history. Highlights include:

• A recreation of Ilkin’s 12 seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers, stretching from his recruitment to his retirement.
• His close relationship with former teammate Wolfley. as well as his former teammates and his coaches.
• A look back on how Ilkin and his family emigrated to the United States from Turkey when he was two years old.
• The numerous encounters with Christianity that took place throughout his life and his eventual decision to convert from Islam.

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