Updated Feb 20, 2026
Details
Birthday
(Sunday)
Died
Birthplace
Height
185 cm (6'1")
Nationality
Weight
196 kg (432 lbs)
Sport
American Football
Languages
English
Education
University of Louisville
Zodiac Sign
♉ Taurus
Chinese Zodiac
鸡 Rooster
Popularity
Tier B -- 39,995 Wikipedia views/month
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Year context
Born in 1933 -- Roosevelt inaugurated; New Deal begins; Hitler rises to power; Franklin D. Roosevelt was US president
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Zodiac
Year of the Rooster, sign of Taurus
AWARDS (2)
B
Pro Football Hall of Fame
WON
B
Walter Payton Man of the Year Award
WON
Biography
John Constantine Unitas was an American professional football quarterback who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 18 seasons, primarily with the Baltimore Colts. Nicknamed "Johnny U." and "the Golden Arm", Unitas was considered the prototype of the modern era marquee quarterback and is regarded as one of the greatest NFL players of all time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Johnny Unitas?
Johnny Unitas was born on and passed away on at the age of 69.
Where was Johnny Unitas born?
Johnny Unitas was born in Pittsburgh.
Where can I find more information about Johnny Unitas?
You can find more about Johnny Unitas on Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
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