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   Daniel Eugene Ruettiger (born August 23, 1948), is an American motivational speaker and author who played college football for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. His early life and career at Notre Dame were the inspiration for the 1993 film Rudy . Biography. Early life and family.

   • Height: 5 ft 6 in (1.68 m)
   • Position: Defensive end

   • High school: Joliet (IL) Catholic

2. allthatsinteresting.com › rudy-ruettigerThe True Story Of Rudy Ruettiger — The Notre Dame Football ...

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   Jul 23, 2023 · Born on August 23, 1948, in Joliet, Illinois, Daniel Eugene Ruettiger grew up in a lower-middle-class family on the outskirts of Chicago. The third of 14 children, he learned to love football from his father, a hardworking miner.

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   • RUDY International / Facebook Rudy Ruettiger (bottom right) as a schoolboy in Joliet, Illinois. Born on August 23, 1948, in Joliet, Illinois, Daniel Eugene Ruettiger grew up in a lower-middle-class family on the outskirts of Chicago. The third of 14 children, he learned to love football from his father, a hardworking miner.

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   • Daniel Eugene Ruettiger (born August 23, 1948), is an American motivational speaker and author who played college football for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. His early life and career at Notre Dame were the inspiration for the 1993 film Rudy . Daniel Eugene Ruettiger (nicknamed "Rudy") was born on August 23, 1948, in Joliet, Illinois.

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   • In the end, this poor boy from the outskirts of Chicago became a Notre Dame legend — and a compelling motivational speaker and author once his days on the gridiron were done. This is the true story of Rudy Ruettiger and the real-life heroics behind Rudy. RUDY International / Facebook Rudy Ruettiger (bottom right) as a schoolboy in Joliet, Illinois.

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   How did Rudy Ruettiger get into Notre Dame?

   • As chronicled in Rudy, Ruettiger struggled to overcome financial and physical hurdles in pursuit of his goal. Because of his dyslexia and small frame, acceptance into the University of Notre Dame seemed like a lofty dream. But in real life, just as in the movie, Rudy Ruettiger never gave up. He studied hard and displayed intense dedication.

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4. people.com › sports › what-to-know-about-rudy-ruettigerWhat to Know About the Real Rudy Ruettiger from 'Rudy'

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   Mar 27, 2024 · Sports. What to Know About the Real Rudy Ruettiger, the Focus of the Classic Film 'Rudy' From humble beginnings to his inspiring success story, here’s everything to know about the Notre Dame...

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5. screenrant.com › rudy-ruetigger-after-notre-dameWhat Happened to Rudy After He Graduated From Notre Dame

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   Mar 8, 2024 · Ruettiger went on to become a professional motivational speaker and author of his 2011 memoir Rudy: My Story. In 2017, he was baptized a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Highland, Utah. Ruettiger, now 75, travels the country as a pastor and motivational speaker.

   • Author: Colin Mccormick
   • Actors: Robert Prosky

   • Director: David Anspaugh

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7. www.espn.com › college-football › storyThe story of Notre Dame icon Rudy Ruettiger? It's almost too ...

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   Dec 27, 2019 · On Nov. 8, 1975, Notre Dame coach Dan Devine put walk-on Rudy Ruettiger (45) in for the last play of the game. Ruettiger sacked Georgia Tech quarterback Rudy Allen as time expired and was...

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   Jun 29, 2023 · Rudy Ruettiger’s journey began in the small town of Joliet, Illinois, where he grew up as the third of 14 siblings. Despite lacking the size and talent of many of his peers, Rudy was inspired by the legendary Notre Dame football teams of the 1960s and dreamed of one day playing for the Fighting Irish.

9. strongofheart.nd.edu › profiles › rudy-ruettiger-2018Rudy Ruettiger // Strong of Heart // University of Notre Dame

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   After Rudy Ruettiger sacked Georgia Tech quarterback Rudy Allen on Nov. 8, 1975, he had no idea what to do next with his life. He was 25 years old, a Navy veteran and had just fulfilled his lifelong dream of taking the field for the Fighting Irish.