Bill Russell

American professional basketball player who played center for the Boston Celtics of the National Basketball Association

William Felton Russell was an American professional basketball player who played center for the Boston Celtics of the National Basketball Association (NBA) from 1956 to 1969. He was the centerpiece of the Celtics dynasty that played for 12 NBA championships and won 11 during his 13-year career. Russell is widely considered to be one of the greatest basketball players of all time. Read more on

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Lived from
1934 - 2022 (Died age 88)
Birthday:
12th February 1934
Gender:
Male
Star Sign:
Aquarius
Place of Birth:
Monroe
Country:
United States of America

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