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Aug 10, 2023 · Franco Harris' cause of death. According to Pittsburgh Action News 4 (via Economic Times), the Steelers icon died of natural causes. Pro Football Hall of Fame president Jim Porter had this to say ...
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Dec 21, 2022 · Franco Harris, the Hall of Fame running back whose heads-up thinking authored the "Immaculate Reception," considered the most iconic play in NFL history, has died. He was 72.
Dec 21, 2022 · The Hall of Fame running back, who played 13 seasons in the NFL, passed away at 72. His cause of death has yet to be announced. He was known for the Immaculate Reception, one of the most iconic plays in NFL history.
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Early life and education. Harris was born in Fort Dix, New Jersey.His father, Cad Harris, a Black soldier, served in World War II and was stationed in Italy during the war. . His mother, Gina Parenti Harris, was a native Italian and became a "war bride", who moved with her husband when he returned to the United States after the end of the w
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Dec 21, 2022 · FILE - NFL Hall of Famer Franco Harris waves a terrible towel mask during the second round of the NFL football draft Friday, April 30, 2021, in Cleveland. Franco Harris, the Hall of Fame running back whose heads-up thinking authored “The Immaculate Reception,” considered the most iconic play in NFL history, died Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2022.
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Dec 21, 2022 · The Hall of Fame running back passed away overnight, his son said. No cause of death was given. Harris was known for making "The Immaculate Reception," the most iconic play in NFL history.
Dec 21, 2022 · Harris’ willingness to get involved in so many charities and causes – some seemingly at the same time – in Pittsburgh inspired Ham to state: “I swear, I think he’s cloned.” Those community efforts were recognized when Harris was awarded the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award in 1976.
