Bill Russell
Born in West Monroe, Louisiana, USA — Feb 12 1934• Died Jul 31 2022
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…
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Miami Vice
Judge Roger Ferguson
Basketball: A Love Story
Self
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
Self
The White Shadow
Bill Russell
The Flip Wilson Show
Self
Iconoclasts
Self
Shut Up and Dribble
Self - NBA Hall of Famer
Bill Russell: Legend
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Celtics City
Himself
O.J.: Made in America
Self (archive footage)
O.J.: Made in America
Self (archive footage)
Behind the Shield: The Power and Politics of the NFL
Self (archive footage)
Jim Brown: All-American
Self
:03 from Gold
Self (archive footage)
On the Right Track
Robert
Rickles... On the Loose
Self
Goin' Back to Indiana
Self
The Journey of the African-American Athlete
Self
Mr. Russell's House
Uncle Drew: Chapter 2
Self
Bob Uecker's Wacky World of Sports
Self (archive footage)
El otro Rey de Chicago
Self
Fathers of the Sport
Himself
History Rings True: Red Sox Opening Day Ring Ceremony
Self
Bill Russell: My Life, My Way