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George Mikan

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Basketball player

George Mikan

American basketball player, coach, commissioner

George Mikan was born on June 18, 1924 and died on June 1, 2005, aged 80.

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Born
June 18, 1924, Joliet
Died
June 1, 2005
Zodiac sign
Gemini
Country
United States
Known as
Basketball player

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  • George Mikan was born on a Wednesday.
  • George Mikan would have turned 102 in 2026.
  • Half birthday: December 18. Birthstone: Pearl, moonstone and alexandrite.
  • George Mikan belongs to Born before 1946, the stars born before the Baby Boom.

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When was George Mikan born?

George Mikan was born on June 18, 1924 and died on June 1, 2005, aged 80.

What is George Mikan’s zodiac sign?

Gemini, born June 18.

Does George Mikan have an official website?

Yes: georgemikan.com.