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Jul 2010
R.I.P. George Steinbrenner – Dead At 80 (Photos)
New York Yankees owner, George Steinbrenner died this morning after suffering a “massive” heart attack, TMZ has confirmed. He just celebrated his 80th birthday on the fourth of July.
Steinbrenner was rushed to St. Joseph’s hospital in Tampa and was later pronounced dead.
A rep for the Steinbrenner family released a statement,
“It is with profound sadness that the family of George M. Steinbrenner III announces his passing. He passed away this morning in Tampa, Fla., at age 80. Funeral arrangements will be private. There will be an additional public service with details to be announced at a later date.”
R.I.P. George Steinbrenner
[images by TMZ, WENN.com]
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No one did more for New York and the Yankees than George Steinbrenner.
He spent money, but got results both on and off the field.
He will be missed.
George Vreeland Hill