American sports icon, Bill Russell aka William Felton Russell died today and his wife Jeannine was by his side during his last moments, know her net worth and children
The tragic news of American basketball players’ death was confirmed on Monday, July 31st, 2022. The tragic news was announced via his official social media platforms.
Who Is Jeannine Wife Of Bill Russell, Biography, Age, Husband, Children, Images, Photos And Net Worth
88 years is a good many years. And he has lived a full life. Bill was a beautiful human being. He will be missed. 😔 Rest In Peace, Mr. Russell. 🥺😢😢
My sincere condolences to Jeannine, all of Bill’s family and friends, and to all Celtics fans. https://t.co/t4EKsc1fLI
— Do Good, 1 Day at a Time (@SmileSimplify) July 31, 2022
In 2019, Russell walked down the aisle a 4th time when he married his current wife and biggest supporter, Jeannine. He is 87 years old and has health issues so he doesn't get around like he once did, but the couple is still going strong today. Black love perseveres. 🖤🖤🖤 pic.twitter.com/RLbPsgiJ8J
— 🇺🇸BADOCS History & Culture 🇺🇸 (@badocsculture) November 29, 2021
In 2019, Russell walked down the aisle a 4th time when he married his current wife and biggest supporter, Jeannine. He is 87 years old and has health issues so he doesn't get around like he once did, but the couple is still going strong today. Black love perseveres. 🖤🖤🖤 pic.twitter.com/RLbPsgiJ8J
— 🇺🇸BADOCS History & Culture 🇺🇸 (@badocsculture) November 29, 2021
Bill Russell won:
* 11 NBA Championships as a player
* 2 NBA Championships as a coach
* 2 NCAA Championships
* 5 NBA MVPs
* 11-time All NBA playerAn immeasurable impact off the court and the greatest winner in basketball history. RIP. pic.twitter.com/ukmxmQoYgy
— Field Yates (@FieldYates) July 31, 2022
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver's statement regarding the passing of Bill Russell. pic.twitter.com/3BcZDnKjxK
— NBA (@NBA) July 31, 2022
Who was Bill Russell’s wife, Jeannine?
According to the Fabwags, Jeannine is a competitive golfer. Just like her husband, Bill, She has also won several competitions over the years.
Jeannine has finished 64 at the Canadian Women Tour in British Columbia and 19th at the Canadian Women Tour in Ontario in 2010. In the same year, she was also named as the Player of the Year.
Although it is unclear how the couple got married. But, on January 24, 2022, the pair renewed their wedding vows once again and the NBA player shared their moment on his social media handle with his fans and followers.
While sharing a picture of them together, the NBA player penned down, “Happy 1-year vow renewal #Anniversary to my wonderful wife. We realized today we were married on the 8th, and renewed our vows on the 24th”.
Bill married Jeannine for the fourth time. Prior to this marriage, he was married to Rose Swisher from 1956 to 1973, with Dorothy Anstett from 1977 to 1980 and Marilyn Nault from 1996 to 2009.
However, it was his fourth marriage with Jeannine, but the couple did not have any kids together. Though Bill has 3 children from his previous marriage.
He was the father of 3 children, Jacob Russell, William Russell Jr., and Karen Russell. These all 3 children were born during his first marriage. Bill had a net worth of $10 million.
How Did Bill Russell Die?
The 88-year-old Russell died surrounded by his close friends and family. Reportedly, his wife, Jeannine was by his side. Though the cause of his death is yet not released.
But the news of his demise was confirmed through a statement that was released on all of his social media platforms. The statement read as, “Bill’s understanding of the struggle is what illuminated his life.
From boycotting a 1961 exhibition game to unmask too-long-tolerated discrimination, to leading Mississippi’s first integrated basketball camp in the combustible wake of Medgar [Evers’] assassination, to decades of activism ultimately recognized by his receipt of the Presidential Medal of Freedom”.
The statement further added, “Bill called out injustice with an unforgiving candor that he intended would disrupt the status quo, and with a powerful example that, though never his humble intention, will forever inspire teamwork, selflessness and thoughtful change”.
The post ended with thanking everyone for the constant support that they had shown for Bill.
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