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Basketball player
John Wooden
American basketball coach (1910 to 2010)
John Wooden was born on October 14, 1910 and died on June 4, 2010, aged 99.
- Born
- October 14, 1910, Hall
- Died
- June 4, 2010
- Zodiac sign
- Libra
- Country
- United States
- Known as
- Basketball player
Official links: Official website (coachwooden.com) · Wikipedia
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John’s birthday, by the numbers
- John Wooden was born on a Friday.
- John Wooden would have turned 116 in 2026.
- Half birthday: April 14. Birthstone: Opal and tourmaline.
- John Wooden belongs to Born before 1946, the stars born before the Baby Boom.
Age gaps
- John Wooden was 23 when Bill Russell was born. Compare
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Frequently asked questions
When was John Wooden born?
John Wooden was born on October 14, 1910 and died on June 4, 2010, aged 99.
What is John Wooden’s zodiac sign?
Libra, born October 14.
Does John Wooden have an official website?
Yes: coachwooden.com.