Bill Russell

Acting·Feb 12, 1934·West Monroe, Louisiana, USA

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William Felton "Bill" Russell was a legendary American professional basketball player who played as a center for the Boston Celtics of the National Basketball Association (NBA) from 1956 to 1969, widely regarded as one of the greatest in NBA history. Born on February 12, 1934, in Monroe, Louisiana, Russell's impact on the game goes beyond statistics. He played the center position for the Boston Celtics from 1956 to 1969, winning an astonishing 11 NBA championships in 13 seasons. Renowned for his defensive prowess, leadership, and shot-blocking abilities, Russell was a five-time NBA Most Valuable Player and a 12-time NBA All-Star. After retiring as a player, he transitioned to coaching, becoming the NBA's first African American head coach. Russell continued to influence the game, leaving an indelible mark on basketball both on and off the court.

Film	Credit
Behind the Shield: The Power and Politics of the NFL2022 · Self (archive footage)	Self (archive footage)
El otro Rey de Chicago2022 · Self	Self
2016 NBA Finals Mini-Movie2016 · Himself	Himself
O.J.: Made in America2016 · Self (archive footage)	Self (archive footage)
Mr. Russell's House2013 · Actor	Actor
Uncle Drew: Chapter 22012 · Self	Self
FFathers of the Sport2008 · Himself	Himself
History Rings True: Red Sox Opening Day Ring Ceremony2005 · Self	Self
:03 from Gold2002 · Self (archive footage)	Self (archive footage)
Jim Brown: All-American2002 · Self	Self
Bill Russell: My Life, My Way2000 · Actor	Actor
The Journey of the African-American Athlete1996 · Self	Self
Rickles... On the Loose1986 · Self	Self
Bob Uecker's Wacky World of Sports1985 · Self (archive footage)	Self (archive footage)
On the Right Track1981 · Robert	Robert
The Jackson 5: Goin' Back to Indiana1971 · Self	Self