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Aliases: William F. Russell

Gender: Male

Place of birth: West Monroe, Louisiana, USA

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Movie Involvements: 9

TV Involvements: 7


Most Famous Work

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.

Most Famous Work

Miami Vice
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7

Miami Vice

(1984) Judge Roger Ferguson
Basketball: A Love Story
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6
The White Shadow
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7

The White Shadow

(1978) Bill Russell
Shut Up and Dribble
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Shut Up and Dribble

(2018) Self - NBA Hall of Famer
O.J.: Made in America
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8

O.J.: Made in America

(2016) Self (archive footage)
O.J.: Made in America
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8

O.J.: Made in America

(2016) Self (archive footage)
Behind the Shield: The Power and Politics of the NFL
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Iconoclasts
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6

Iconoclasts

(2005) Self

Acting

Year Character Movie/Tv
2023 Self
2022 Self (archive footage)
Self
2018 Self - NBA Hall of Famer
Self
2016 Self (archive footage)
Self (archive footage)
2013 N/A
2012 Self
2008 Himself
2005 Self
Self
2002 Self (archive footage)
Self
2000 N/A
1996 Self
1986 Self
1985 Self (archive footage)
1984 Judge Roger Ferguson
1981 Robert
1978 Bill Russell
1975 Self - Host
1971 Self
1970 Self
1968 Self - Guest
1967 Self
1962 Self
Year Character Movie/Tv

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