Updated Feb 20, 2026
Details
Birthday
(Tuesday)
Died
Birthplace
Height
183 cm (6'0")
Nationality
Weight
81 kg (179 lbs)
Sport
American Football, Athletics
Languages
English
Education
McClymonds High School, Texas Southern University
Zodiac Sign
♍ Virgo
Chinese Zodiac
狗 Dog
Name Origin
English < Latin < Ancient Greek < Hebrew (יַעֲקֹב)
Popularity
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Jim Hines: American sprinter and football player (1946–2023).
Born in Dumas (died at age 76).
Stands 6′0″ tall.
Studied at McClymonds High School.
Biography
James Ray Hines was an American track and field athlete and National Football League (NFL) player, who held the 100-meter world record for 15 years. In 1968, he became the first man to officially break the 10-second barrier in the 100 meters, and won individual and relay gold at the Mexico City Olympics.
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Jim Hines was born on and passed away on at the age of 76.
Where was Jim Hines born?
Jim Hines was born in Dumas.
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