Bill Russell Biography, Birthday & Nationality

Bill Russell Introduction:

Bill Russell is a retired basketball player widely considered one of the best players in NBA history. This biography of Bill Russell provides detailed information about his childhood, life, achievements, works & timeline.

Bill Russell Biography, Awards, Facts and Family

  • Famous: African American Athletes
  • Sun Sign: Aquarius
  • Also Known As: William Felton Russell
  • Born In: Monroe, Louisiana
  • Famous As: American Basketball Player
  • Height: 6'10" (208 Cm), 6'10" Males
  • Spouse/Ex-: Dorothy Anstett (m. 1977–1980), Marilyn Nault (m. 1996–2009), Rose Swisher (m. 1956–1973)
  • Father: Charles
  • Mother: Katie Russell
  • Siblings: Charlie L. Russell
  • Children:
    1. Jacob Russell
    2. Karen Russell
    3. William Russell Jr.
  • U.S. State: Kansas, Louisiana, African-American From Louisiana
  • Education:
    1. University Of San Francisco
    2. McClymonds High School
  • Awards: 1955 - NCAA Tournament Most Outstanding Player 1955-1956 - 2× NCAA Champion 1963 - NBA All-Star Game MVP
  • 1957–1959 - 5× NBA Rebounding Champion 1964–1965 - 5× NBA Rebounding Champion 1958 - 5× NBA Most Valuable Player 1965 - 5× NBA Most Valuable Player 1961–1963 - 5× NBA Most Valuable Player 1957 - 11× NBA Champion 1959–1966 - 11× NBA Champion 1968–1969 - 11× NBA Champion:
  • Bio: Bill Russell Is A Retired Basketball Player Widely Considered One Of The Best Players In NBA History. This Biography Of Bill Russell Provides Detailed Information About His Childhood, Life, Achievements, Works & Timeline.