About Danny Paton
Lived 1936 – 2011 (aged 75). Danny Paton was a British association football player.
Robert Simpson Reid "Danny" Paton (27 January 1936 – 10 March 2011) was a Scottish footballer, who played for Heart of Midlothian ("Hearts"), Oxford United and Bedford Town.
Paton was born in the coal-mining village of Breich. He was a skilful, ball-playing inside-forward and featured in the Hearts side that won the 1962 Scottish League Cup Final.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Danny Paton?
Scottish footballer (1936-2011)
When was Danny Paton born?
Danny Paton was born on 27 January 1936 in West Calder.
When did Danny Paton die?
Danny Paton died on 10 March 2011 in Livingston.
What was Danny Paton's occupation?
Danny Paton was an association football player.
What nationality was Danny Paton?
Danny Paton was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Danny Paton. https://biography.guide/danny-paton/
MLA: "Danny Paton." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/danny-paton/.
Chicago: "Danny Paton." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/danny-paton/.
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