Updated Feb 20, 2026
Details
Birthday
(Monday)
Died
Birthplace
Height
208 cm (6'10")
Nationality
Weight
98 kg (216 lbs)
Sport
Athletics, Basketball
Languages
English
Spouse
Dorothy Anstett (1977-1980)
Education
McClymonds High School, University of San Francisco
Zodiac Sign
♒ Aquarius
Chinese Zodiac
狗 Dog
Name Origin
English < Proto-Germanic (*Wiljahelmaz)
Popularity
Tier B -- 61,739 Wikipedia views/month
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Josh Brolin →
Screen debut
First screen credit at age 67
Year context
Born in 1934 -- Gold Reserve Act sets gold price at $35/oz; Franklin D. Roosevelt was US president
Year 1934 →
Zodiac
Year of the Dog, sign of Aquarius
Filmography (1)
AWARDS (6)
B
FIBA Hall of Fame
WON
S
NBA All-Star Game Kobe Bryant Most Valuable Player Award
WON
B
NBA Most Valuable Player Award
WON
B
Presidential Medal of Freedom
WON
Biography
William Felton Russell was an American professional basketball player who played center for the Boston Celtics of the National Basketball Association (NBA) from 1956 to 1969. He was the centerpiece of the Celtics dynasty that played for 12 NBA championships and won 11 during his 13-year career. Russell is widely considered one of the greatest basketball players of all time.
Connections (2)
Related People
Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Bill Russell?
Bill Russell was born on and passed away on at the age of 88.
Where was Bill Russell born?
Bill Russell was born in Monroe.
What movies or shows has Bill Russell been in?
Bill Russell has 1 credits in our database. Notable titles include Jim Brown: All-American (2002).
Where can I find more information about Bill Russell?
You can find more about Bill Russell on Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
