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Soccer player
George Best
Northern Irish footballer (1946 to 2005)
George Best was born on May 22, 1946 and died on November 25, 2005, aged 59.
- Born
- May 22, 1946, Belfast
- Died
- November 25, 2005
- Zodiac sign
- Gemini
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Known as
- Soccer player
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George’s birthday, by the numbers
- George Best was born on a Wednesday.
- George Best would have turned 80 in 2026.
- Half birthday: November 22. Birthstone: Emerald.
- George Best belongs to Baby Boomers.
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Frequently asked questions
When was George Best born?
George Best was born on May 22, 1946 and died on November 25, 2005, aged 59.
What is George Best’s zodiac sign?
Gemini, born May 22.