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Jerry West

American basketball player and executive (1938-2024).

Born May 28th, 1938 in Chelyan. [ref]

Died June 12th, 2024 at 86 years old in Los Angeles. [ref]

Occupations
basketball coach, basketball player
Wikipedia

Happy birthday to the legend himself, Jerry West! As the world celebrated your 86th trip around the sun on May 28th, we can't help but marvel at all the amazing dunks, buzzer beaters, and epic NBA moments you've gifted us throughout the years. You may have retired from the court, but your legacy and influence on the game will live on forever. Wishing you a day filled with cake, laughter, and maybe a little bit of one-on-one with Kobe. Cheers to another year of being a true baller!

As you get older, three things happen: The first is your memory goes, and I can't remember the other two. Norman Wisdom