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Birthday
(Wednesday)
Died
Birthplace
Height
191 cm (6'3")
Nationality
Weight
111 kg (245 lbs)
Sport
American Football
Languages
English
Education
Chicago Vocational High School, University of Illinois system
Zodiac Sign
♐ Sagittarius
Chinese Zodiac
马 Horse
Popularity
Tier B -- 54,000 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 28
Career
Career spanning 20 years (1971-1991)
Year context
Born in 1942 -- Battle of Midway; Manhattan Project begins; Franklin D. Roosevelt was US president
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Zodiac
Year of the Horse, sign of Sagittarius
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Recognized
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Human Impact
0
Innovation
0
Giving
0
Sustainability
50
Cultural Uplift
33
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Filmography (7)
AWARDS (2)
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Chicago Tribune Silver Football
WON
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Pro Football Hall of Fame
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Biography
Richard Marvin Butkus was an American professional football linebacker, sports commentator, and actor. He played football for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL) from 1965 to 1973. He was invited to eight Pro Bowls in nine seasons, named a first-team All-Pro five times, and was twice recognized by his peers as the NFL's Defensive Player of the Year. Butkus was renowned as a fierce tackler and for the relentless effort with which he played. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most intimidating linebackers in professional football history.
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How old was Dick Butkus?
Dick Butkus was born on and passed away on at the age of 80.
Where was Dick Butkus born?
Dick Butkus was born in Chicago.
What movies or shows has Dick Butkus been in?
Dick Butkus has 7 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Last Boy Scout (1991), My Two Dads (1987), Hamburger... The Motion Picture (1986), Johnny Dangerously (1984), The Legend of Sleepy Hollow (1980).
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