Bill Russell
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- February 12, 1934, West Monroe, Louisiana, USA
- Died
- July 31, 2022
- Movies
- 18
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.
Best-Known Movies
O.J.: Made in America
2016
Jim Brown: All-American
2002
On the Right Track
1981
Kevin Garnett: Anything Is Possible
2021
:03 from Gold
2002
Uncle Drew: Chapter 2
2012
Fathers of the Sport
2008
Rickles... On the Loose
1986
Bill Russell: My Life, My Way
2000
The Jackson 5: Goin' Back to Indiana
1971
Filmography
| 2022 | Behind the Shield: The Power and Politics of the NFL | Self (archive footage) |
| 2022 | El otro Rey de Chicago | Self |
| 2021 | Kevin Garnett: Anything Is Possible | Self (Archive Footage) |
| 2016 | 2016 NBA Finals Mini-Movie | Himself |
| 2016 | O.J.: Made in America | Self (archive footage) |
| 2013 | Mr. Russell's House | |
| 2012 | Uncle Drew: Chapter 2 | Self |
| 2008 | Fathers of the Sport | Himself |
| 2005 | History Rings True: Red Sox Opening Day Ring Ceremony | Self |
| 2002 | :03 from Gold | Self (archive footage) |
| 2002 | Jim Brown: All-American | Self |
| 2000 | Bill Russell: My Life, My Way | |
| 1999 | Wilt Chamberlain | Himself (Archive Footage) |
| 1996 | The Journey of the African-American Athlete | Self |
| 1986 | Rickles... On the Loose | Self |
| 1985 | Bob Uecker's Wacky World of Sports | Self (archive footage) |
| 1981 | On the Right Track | Robert |
| 1971 | The Jackson 5: Goin' Back to Indiana | Self |
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