What happened to John Hollins?

John Hollins has been announced dead by his son, Chris Hollins, and his former club, Chelsea Football Club. His cause of death is not known, however, his death was reported on Wednesday, June 14, 2023. He was 76 years old.

“My hero, best friend, and dad left us today. He was so modest but  I will say it. He was a great player, a brilliant teammate, and one hell of a person. My mum, sister, and all his grandchildren will miss him so much,” his son Chris Hollins wrote in a Twitter post.

“Chelsea Football Club is greatly saddened to announce the passing of our former player and manager John Hollins MBE at the age of 76. All at the club send our heartfelt condolences to John’s family and friends,” the club announced in a statement.

“We were so sorry to hear of the death of John Hollins. He was a hero to the fans of this club, and very much that to me. He was at the heart of one of Chelsea’s greatest teams and, as well as contributing to its trophy success, he expressed its spirit. He lifted up the team with his play and lit up the Bridge with his smile,” Lord Daniel Finkenstein shared a heartfelt tribute on behalf of the owners and directors of Chelsea.