About Bruce Gemmell
Born 1950. Bruce Gemmell is a New Zealand rugby union player.
Bruce McLeod Gemmell (born 18 May 1950) is a former New Zealand rugby union player. He was educated at Auckland Grammar School where he was a member of the 1st XV between 1966 and 1968. A halfback, Gemmell represented Auckland at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, on their 1974 tour of Australia and Fiji. He played six matches on that tour including two internationals. Gemmell retired from rugby in 1978 because of an ongoing head injury.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Bruce Gemmell?
New Zealand rugby union player
When was Bruce Gemmell born?
Bruce Gemmell was born on 12 May 1950 in Auckland.
What is Bruce Gemmell's occupation?
Bruce Gemmell is a rugby union player.
What nationality is Bruce Gemmell?
Bruce Gemmell is New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bruce Gemmell (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bruce Gemmell. https://biography.guide/bruce-gemmell-rugby-union-player/
MLA: "Bruce Gemmell." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bruce-gemmell-rugby-union-player/.
Chicago: "Bruce Gemmell." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bruce-gemmell-rugby-union-player/.
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