About Benny MacDonnell
Born 1930. Benny MacDonnell is a Canadian association football player.
A. Bennett "Benny" MacDonell (1930 – September 2, 1969) was a Canadian professional football player who played for the Ottawa Rough Riders. He won the Grey Cup with them in 1951. MacDonnell was born in Ottawa, the son of Duncan MacDonnell, Ottawa Chief of Police.
He was later an Ontario Provincial Police officer after his retirement from sports. MacDonnell died in 1969 after accidentally shooting himself while cleaning his service revolver when the weapon discharged, striking him in the head.
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Who is Benny MacDonnell?
association football player
When was Benny MacDonnell born?
Benny MacDonnell was born in 1930 in Ottawa.
What is Benny MacDonnell's occupation?
Benny MacDonnell is an association football player.
What nationality is Benny MacDonnell?
Benny MacDonnell is Canadian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Benny MacDonnell. https://biography.guide/benny-macdonnell/
MLA: "Benny MacDonnell." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/benny-macdonnell/.
Chicago: "Benny MacDonnell." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/benny-macdonnell/.
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