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Bill Russell

Actor
Died July 31, 2022 (88 years)
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.
Known For
  • On the Right Track

Filmography

2023
Reggie · as Self
2023
Bill Russell: Legend (TV Series) · as Self
2022
2022
2022
2021
Citizen Ashe · as Self
2021
2021
CBS Mornings (TV Series) · as Self
2019
2018
Shut Up and Dribble (TV Series) · as Self - Nba Hall Of Famer
2018
Basketball: A Love Story (TV Series) · as Self
2018
2018
Hugh Hefner's After Dark: Speaking Out in America · as Self - Boston Celtics All-Star
2018
1968 · as Self
2016
O.J.: Made in America (TV Series) · as Self (archive Footage)
2016
O.J.: Made in America · as Self (archive Footage)
2014
I Am Ali · as Self
2013
2012
2010
2010
2009
30 for 30 (TV Series) · as Self
2008
Fathers of the Sport · as Himself
2006
Greatest Moments in NBA History · as Self - Boston Celtics (1956-69)
2005
Iconoclasts (TV Series) · as Self
2005
2004
Tavis Smiley (TV Series) · as Self
2002
:03 from Gold · as Self (archive Footage)
2002
1999
NBA 100 Greatest Plays · as Self - Boston Celtics (1956-69)
1999
1999
SportsCentury (TV Series) · as Self
1996
The Daily Show (TV Series) · as Self
1996
NBA at 50 · as Self
1995
Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel (TV Series) · as Self - Former Basketball Player (segment "legends")
1993
Late Show with David Letterman (TV Series) · as Self
1991
Charlie Rose (TV Series) · as Self - Guest
1978
The White Shadow (TV Series) · as Bill Russell
1975
Saturday Night Live (TV Series) · as Self - Host
1970
The Flip Wilson Show (TV Series) · as Self
1969
Playboy After Dark (TV Series) · as Self
1968
The Dick Cavett Show (TV Series) · as Self - Guest
1967
Kraft Music Hall (TV Series) · as Self
1967
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In (TV Series) · as Self
1962
1962
The Merv Griffin Show (TV Series) · as Self
1961
The Mike Douglas Show (TV Series) · as Self - Basketball Player
1948
The Ed Sullivan Show (TV Series) · as Self - Audience Bow

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