Bill Romanowski
American football linebacker and actor
Born
April 2nd, 1966
59 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional American football linebacker played for teams including the San Francisco 49ers, the Philadelphia Eagles, the Denver Broncos, and the Oakland Raiders. Won four Super Bowl championships during a career spanning from 1988 to 2005. Transitioned into acting after retirement, appearing in movies such as "The Longest Yard" and television shows like "The Game". Pursued a career in reality television.
Won Super Bowl XXIII with the San Francisco 49ers
Won Super Bowl XXXII and XXXIII with the Denver Broncos
Appeared in "The Longest Yard" (2005)
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