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Bill Russell
Born · February 12, 1934
Died · July 31, 2022 (88 years old)
Known For: Acting
Place of Birth: West Monroe, Louisiana, USA
Bio
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.
Bill Russell: Legend
Self · (2 episodes)
7.0
2023
Behind the Shield: The Power and Politics of the NFL
Self (archive footage)
0.0
2022
El otro Rey de Chicago
Self
0.0
2022
Shut Up and Dribble
Self - NBA Hall of Famer · (1 episode)
0.0
2018
Basketball: A Love Story
Self · (6 episodes)
7.0
2018
O.J.: Made in America
Self (archive footage) · (1 episode)
8.0
2016
O.J.: Made in America
Self (archive footage)
8.4
2016
Mr. Russell's House
0.0
2013
Uncle Drew: Chapter 2
Self
0.0
2012
Fathers of the Sport
Himself
0.0
2008
Iconoclasts
Self · (1 episode)
6.0
2005
History Rings True: Red Sox Opening Day Ring Ceremony
Self
0.0
2005
:03 from Gold
Self (archive footage)
9.0
2002
Jim Brown: All-American
Self
5.0
2002
Bill Russell: My Life, My Way
0.0
2000
The Journey of the African-American Athlete
Self
10.0
1996
Rickles... On the Loose
Self
0.0
1986
Bob Uecker's Wacky World of Sports
Self (archive footage)
0.0
1985
Miami Vice
Judge Roger Ferguson · (1 episode)
7.5
1984
On the Right Track
Robert
5.3
1981
The White Shadow
Bill Russell · (1 episode)
6.8
1978
Saturday Night Live
Self - Host · (1 episode)
6.9
1975
Goin' Back to Indiana
Self
0.0
1971
The Flip Wilson Show
Self · (1 episode)
4.8
1970
The Dick Cavett Show
Self - Guest · (1 episode)
6.7
1968
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
Self · (2 episodes)
6.4
1967
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
Self · (2 episodes)
7.4
1962