Bill Bailey
British surfer
About Bill Bailey
Lived 1933 – 2009 (aged 75). Bill Bailey was a British surfer.
Bill Bailey (27 September 1933 – 28 April 2009) was known as "the father of British surfing" for the crucial role he played in the development of the sport in the United Kingdom.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bill Bailey?
British surfer (1933-2009)
When was Bill Bailey born?
Bill Bailey was born on 27 September 1933.
When did Bill Bailey die?
Bill Bailey died on 28 April 2009.
What was Bill Bailey's occupation?
Bill Bailey was a surfer.
What nationality was Bill Bailey?
Bill Bailey was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bill Bailey (surfer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bill Bailey. https://biography.guide/bill-bailey-surfer/
MLA: "Bill Bailey." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bill-bailey-surfer/.
Chicago: "Bill Bailey." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bill-bailey-surfer/.
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