Jim Brown, Football Great and Civil Rights Champion, Dies at 87
After a Hall of Fame career in the N.F.L., he pursued social activism and Hollywood stardom, but his image was stained by accusations of abuse toward women. NYT > Obituaries
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Doyle Brunson, Poker Champion Known as ‘Texas Dolly,’ Dies at 89
In a lucrative career that began in the back rooms of Texas bars, he won back-to-back World Series of Poker titles (and 10 in all) and wrote a definitive poker manual. NYT > Obituaries
Vida Blue, Pitching Sensation for Champion A’s Teams, Dies at 73
In his rookie season in 1971, he was an unstoppable fastball pitcher. Then he had a fight with the owner of the Athletics that left him embittered. NYT > Obituaries
Willis Reed, Hall of Fame Center for Champion Knicks, Dies at 80
He was beloved by New York fans for his willingness to play hurt, as memorably exemplified in the decisive Game 7 of the 1970 N.B.A. finals at Madison Square Garden. NYT > Obituaries