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Betty Ann Kennedy

1930 – 2016

American contract bridge player

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About Betty Ann Kennedy

Lived 1930 – 2016 (aged 86). Betty Ann Kennedy was an American bridge player.

Betty Ann Kennedy (March 13, 1930 – October 30, 2016) was an American bridge player from Shreveport, Louisiana. She won five world championships, including four from 1974 to 1984 in partnership with Carol Sanders of Tennessee and the 2003 Venice Cup.

Bridge accomplishments

Honors

Louisiana Hall of Fame, 1993 Sidney Lazard Jr. Sportsmanship Award, 2011 Smith Life Master Women's Pairs (2) 1990, 2008 Machlin Women's Swiss Teams (3) 1983, 1995, 2002 Wagar Women's Knockout Teams (7) 1978, 1980, 1983, 1987, 2000, 2001, 2009 Sternberg Women's Board-a-Match Teams (2) 1992, 1995

Runners-up

North American Bridge Championships Whitehead Women's Pairs (2) 1990, 1992

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Important facts

Born
13 March 1930
Birth century
20th century
Died
30 October 2016
Occupation
Bridge player
Nationality
United States

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Betty Ann Kennedy?

American contract bridge player

When was Betty Ann Kennedy born?

Betty Ann Kennedy was born on 13 March 1930.

When did Betty Ann Kennedy die?

Betty Ann Kennedy died on 30 October 2016.

What was Betty Ann Kennedy's occupation?

Betty Ann Kennedy was a bridge player.

What nationality was Betty Ann Kennedy?

Betty Ann Kennedy was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Betty Ann Kennedy

· Wikidata: Q18357794

· DBpedia: Betty Ann Kennedy

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