Ed Marinaro

American football player and actor

Ed Marinaro - American football player and actor
Born

March 31st, 1950
74 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a running back for the Minnesota Vikings in the National Football League (NFL) and won the NFL Most Valuable Player award in 1971. Transitioned into acting, starring in the television series 'Hill Street Blues' as Officer Joe Coffey. Appeared in other shows and movies, furthering a successful career in entertainment after sports.

Won NFL Most Valuable Player award in 1971

Played for Minnesota Vikings

Starred in 'Hill Street Blues'

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