Jackie Robinson
Baseball Player

Jackie Robinson Net Worth

Jackie Robinson was a groundbreaking figure in baseball history, becoming the first African American to play in the major leagues. Born in 1919 in Cairo, GA, he went on to have a successful career with the Brooklyn Dodgers, helping them win the World Series in 1955 and winning the National League MVP award in 1949. His legacy was cemented when he was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1962.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day January 31, 1919
Birth Place Cairo, GA
Age 101 YEARS OLD
Died On Oct 24, 1972 (age 53)
Birth Sign Aquarius

💰 Net worth: $85 Million (2024)

About

The first African American baseball player in the major leagues, he helped the Brooklyn Dodgers win the World Series in 1955 and won the National League MVP award in 1949. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1962. 

Before Fame

He joined a gang to combat the exclusion of blacks in Cairo, Georgia, but his friend Carl Anderson convinced him to put his Energy elsewhere. He was drafted into a cavalry unit in Fort Riley, Kansas, where the race-neutral Officer Candidate School accepted his application.

Trivia

In 1997, his #42 jersey was retired by all major league teams. His legacy was further honored with the introduction of Jackie Robinson Day, where every player across the league wears #42.

Family Life

He was married to Rachel Robinson from 1946 until his death. He had three children: Sharon, David and Jackie Jr.

Associated With

He was a key player for the Dodgers during the 1955 World Series, defeating Mickey Mantle and the New York Yankees in seven games. 

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About the author

Lisa Scholfield

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