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Bill Russell
West Monroe, Louisiana, USA
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) fr…
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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.
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Movies and shows, newest first
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2025
Celtics City
TV show Self
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2023
Bill Russell: Legend
TV show Self
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2022
Behind the Shield: The Power and Politics of the NFL
Movie Self (archive footage)
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2022
El otro Rey de Chicago
Movie Self
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2021
Kevin Garnett: Anything Is Possible
Movie Self (Archive Footage)
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2018
Shut Up and Dribble
TV show Self - NBA Hall of Famer
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2018
Basketball: A Love Story
TV show Self
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2017
Celtics/Lakers: Best of Enemies
TV show Self
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2016
2016 NBA Finals Mini-Movie
Movie Himself
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2016
O.J.: Made in America
TV show Self (archive footage)
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2016
O.J.: Made in America
Movie Self (archive footage)
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2013
Mr. Russell's House
Movie
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2012
Uncle Drew: Chapter 2
Movie Self
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2008
Fathers of the Sport
Movie Himself
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2005
Iconoclasts
TV show Self
- 2005
More credits
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2002
:03 from Gold
Movie Self (archive footage)
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2002
Jim Brown: All-American
Movie Self
- 2000
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1999
Wilt Chamberlain
Movie Himself (Archive Footage)
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1996
The Journey of the African-American Athlete
Movie Self
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1986
Rickles... On the Loose
Movie Self
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1985
Bob Uecker's Wacky World of Sports
Movie Self (archive footage)
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1984
Miami Vice
TV show Judge Roger Ferguson
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1981
On the Right Track
Movie Robert
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1978
The White Shadow
TV show Bill Russell
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1975
Saturday Night Live
TV show Self - Host
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1971
The Jackson 5: Goin' Back to Indiana
Movie Self
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1970
The Flip Wilson Show
TV show Self
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1968
The Dick Cavett Show
TV show Self - Guest
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1968
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
TV show Self
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1962
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
TV show Self
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1962
The Merv Griffin Show
TV show Self
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1961
The Mike Douglas Show
TV show Self
