- Born
- November 5, 1952
- Died
- May 27, 2024 (aged 71)
- Place of birth
- La Mesa, California, USA
- Also known as
- William Theodore Walton III, The Mountain Man
Biography
Bill Walton was an American former professional basketball player for the Portland Trail Blazers, San Diego/Los Angeles Clippers, and Boston Celtics, winning 2 NBA championships in 1977 and 1986. He worked as a sports commentator and occasionally appeared in movies, often playing himself, and in documentaries about basketball. He passed away on May 27th, 2024.