Ernie Davis

About Ernie Davis

Birth Day: December 14, 1939
Birth Place: New Salem-buffington, PA

Ernie Davis

Ernie Davis was born on December 14, 1939 in New Salem-buffington, PA. The first African-American athlete to win the Heisman Trophy. He helped break the color barrier in college football.
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As per our current Database, Ernie Davis has been died on May 18, 1963 (age 23).

🎂 Ernie Davis - Age, Bio, Faces and Birthday

When Ernie Davis die, Ernie Davis was 23 years old.

Popular As Ernie Davis
Occupation Football Player
Age 23 years old
Zodiac Sign Sagittarius
Born December 14, 1939 (New Salem-buffington, PA)
Birthday December 14
Town/City New Salem-buffington, PA
Nationality PA

🌙 Zodiac

Ernie Davis’s zodiac sign is Sagittarius. According to astrologers, Sagittarius is curious and energetic, it is one of the biggest travelers among all zodiac signs. Their open mind and philosophical view motivates them to wander around the world in search of the meaning of life. Sagittarius is extrovert, optimistic and enthusiastic, and likes changes. Sagittarius-born are able to transform their thoughts into concrete actions and they will do anything to achieve their goals.

🌙 Chinese Zodiac Signs

Ernie Davis was born in the Year of the Rabbit. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Rabbit enjoy being surrounded by family and friends. They’re popular, compassionate, sincere, and they like to avoid conflict and are sometimes seen as pushovers. Rabbits enjoy home and entertaining at home. Compatible with Goat or Pig.

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About

The first African-American athlete to win the Heisman Trophy. He helped break the color barrier in college football.

Before Fame

He was bigger than most kids on his youth football squads, so rather than tackling them, he picked them up off the ground until the whistle sounded.

Trivia

He was a talented running back at Syracuse, and an able defensive back, leading his team to two straight undefeated seasons.

Family Life

After his parents divorced, he went to live with his grandparents in Uniontown, Pennsylvania.

Associated With

Rob Brown played him in the 2008 Universal Pictures biopic The Express: The Ernie Davis Story.

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