Alan Autry

Football player and Mayor of Fresno

Alan Autry - Football player and Mayor of Fresno
Born

July 31st, 1952
73 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played quarterback in the National Football League for the Green Bay Packers and the Buffalo Bills. Transitioned to acting with a prominent role in the CBS series 'In the Heat of the Night'. Served as the 23rd Mayor of Fresno, California from 2001 to 2009. Engaged in various community projects and initiatives during tenure as mayor.

Played quarterback for the Green Bay Packers

Acted in 'In the Heat of the Night'

Served as Mayor of Fresno from 2001 to 2009

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