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Bill Russell

Acting

2 movies available on YTS

Actor info

  • Name :

    Bill Russell

  • Born :

    February 12, 1934 in West Monroe, Louisiana, USA (88 years at death)

  • Died :

    July 31, 2022

  • Known for :

    Acting

  • Gender :

    Male

  • Film career :

    16 films (1971–2022)

  • Also known as :

    William F. Russell, William Felton Russell, William Felton "Bill" Russell

  • Links :

Biography

William Felton "Bill" Russell was a legendary American professional basketball player who played as a center for the Boston Celtics of the National Basketball Association (NBA) from 1956 to 1969, widely regarded as one of the greatest in NBA history. Born on February 12, 1934, in Monroe, Louisiana, Russell's impact on the game goes beyond statistics. He played the center position for the Boston Celtics from 1956 to 1969, winning an astonishing 11 NBA championships in 13 seasons. Renowned for his defensive prowess, leadership, and shot-blocking abilities, Russell was a five-time NBA Most Valuable Player and a 12-time NBA All-Star. After retiring as a player, he transitioned to coaching, becoming the NBA's first African American head coach. Russell continued to influence the game, leaving an indelible mark on basketball both on and off the court.

Notable films

  • O.J.: Made in America (2016) as Self (archive footage)
  • Behind the Shield: The Power and Politics of the NFL (2022) as Self (archive footage)
  • :03 from Gold (2002) as Self (archive footage)
  • The Journey of the African-American Athlete (1996) as Self
  • Jim Brown: All-American (2002) as Self

2 YIFY Movies starring Bill Russell