Updated Feb 20, 2026
Details
Birthday
(Thursday)
Died
Birthplace
Height
178 cm (5'10")
Nationality
Weight
77 kg (170 lbs)
Sport
Basketball
Languages
English
Residences
Bethesda, Boston, Brooklyn
Education
Eastern District High School, George Washington University
Zodiac Sign
♍ Virgo
Chinese Zodiac
蛇 Snake
Popularity
Tier B -- 15,284 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 70
Year context
Born in 1917 -- United States enters World War I; Russian Revolution; Woodrow Wilson was US president
Year 1917 →
Zodiac
Year of the Snake, sign of Virgo
Filmography (1)
AWARDS (3)
B
John Bunn Award
WON
B
NBA Coach of the Year Award
WON
B
NBA Executive of the Year Award
WON
Biography
Arnold Jacob "Red" Auerbach was an American professional basketball coach and executive. As head coach, he led the Boston Celtics to eight consecutive NBA championships between 1959 to 1966. On retiring in 1966, he held an NBA coaching record of 938 wins. He served as general manager of the Celtics from 1966 to 1984, and later as President and Vice-Chairman of the Board. He won a combined 16 NBA titles in his 29 years with the Celtics, the most of any individual, making him one of the most successful team officials in the history of North American professional sports. He served as president of the Celtics until his death in 2006 at the age of 89.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Red Auerbach?
Red Auerbach was born on and passed away on at the age of 89.
Where was Red Auerbach born?
Red Auerbach was born in Brooklyn.
What movies or shows has Red Auerbach been in?
Red Auerbach has 1 credits in our database. Notable titles include Amazing Grace and Chuck (1987).
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