About Charlie Adam
Lived 1962 – 2012 (aged 50). Charlie Adam was a British association football player.
Charles Adam (5 April 1962 – 17 December 2012) was a Scottish footballer who played as a midfielder.
Adam played for a number of Scottish clubs, including St Johnstone and Dundee United, starting his career at Montrose. His sons Charlie and Grant are also professional footballers.
Personal life Adam was married to Eleanor (d. 2020), with whom he had five children, including Charlie and Grant.
Death Adam died in 2012, aged 50. The cause of death was suicide.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Charlie Adam?
British footballer (1962-2012)
When was Charlie Adam born?
Charlie Adam was born on 5 April 1962 in Dundee.
When did Charlie Adam die?
Charlie Adam died on 17 December 2012 in Dundee.
What was Charlie Adam's occupation?
Charlie Adam was an association football player.
What nationality was Charlie Adam?
Charlie Adam was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Charlie Adam (footballer, born 1962)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Charlie Adam. https://biography.guide/charlie-adam-association-football-player-1962/
MLA: "Charlie Adam." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/charlie-adam-association-football-player-1962/.
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