Franco Harris, an American professional football player who played running back in the National Football League (NFL) for 13 seasons, primarily for the Pittsburgh Steelers has died.
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Harris was born on March 7, 1950 and died on December 20, 2022. He was 72 years.
Harris died three days to the 50th anniversary of the “Immaculate Reception”.

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What Did Franco Harris Die Of? What Did Franco Harris Die From? Circumstances leading to Harris’ death is currently unknown. He appeared healthy and his death has been described as sudden/unexpected.
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In fact, Harris had been active on social media just days before his death. He also spoke to visitors at the Heinz History Center the day before his death.
Harris was set to attend a ceremony at halftime during a Steelers game against the Las Vegas Raiders on December 24, 2022, to retire his jersey number.
During his impressive career, he rushed for 12,120 yards and won four Super Bowl titles with the Steelers during the 1970s.
He is survived by his wife Dana Dokmanovich and child, Franco “Dok” Harris.


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