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English
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♍ Virgo
Chinese Zodiac
龙 Dragon
Name Origin
English < Proto-Celtic (*mori)
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Merlin Olsen: American football player and actor (1940-2010).
Born (died at age 69).
Merlin Olsen has 4 credits in our database.
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Filmography (4)
Biography
Merlin Jay Olsen (; September 15, 1940 – March 11, 2010) was an American professional football player, announcer, and actor. For his entire 15-year professional football career, he was a defensive tackle with the Los Angeles Rams in the National Football League (NFL). He was selected to play in the Pro Bowl 14 times — every year but his last. The only other football players to have matched or exceeded that number are Bruce Matthews, Tony Gonzalez, Peyton Manning, and Tom Brady, who is the only NFL player to have played more times in the Pro Bowl, with 15 selections. In 1961, Olsen received the Outland Trophy, awarded to as the best lineman of the year in college football.
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How old was Merlin Olsen?
Merlin Olsen was born on and passed away on at the age of 69.
What movies or shows has Merlin Olsen been in?
Merlin Olsen has 4 credits in our database. Notable titles include Aaron's Way (1988), Father Murphy (1981), Mitchell (1975), The Undefeated (1969).
Where can I find more information about Merlin Olsen?
You can find more about Merlin Olsen on TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
