Glenn Morris
Decathlete and Olympic gold medalist
Born
June 18th, 1912
112 years ago
Died
1974
51 years ago — 62 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Born in 1912, an American decathlete excelled in track and field events. Achieved recognition by winning the gold medal in the decathlon at the 1936 Berlin Olympics. Apart from athletics, pursued a career in acting and appeared in a number of film and television productions, including roles in 'The Ring' and 'The Mad Monster'. Later served as a coach and educator, contributing to the development of young athletes in various sports. His athletic prowess and achievements during the 1936 Olympics remain a significant highlight in American sports history.
Won a gold medal in the decathlon at the 1936 Olympics
Pursued a career in acting post-athletics
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