About Desmond O'Donnell
Lived 1921 – 1992 (aged 70). Desmond O'Donnell was a New Zealand rugby union player.
Desmond Hillary O'Donnell (7 October 1921 – 18 January 1992) was a New Zealand rugby union player. A prop, O'Donnell represented Wellington at a provincial level from 1945 to 1951. He played for the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, in one match, the second test against the touring Australian team in 1949.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Desmond O'Donnell?
New Zealand rugby union player (1921-1992)
When was Desmond O'Donnell born?
Desmond O'Donnell was born on 7 October 1921 in Palmerston North.
When did Desmond O'Donnell die?
Desmond O'Donnell died on 18 January 1992 in Wellington.
What was Desmond O'Donnell's occupation?
Desmond O'Donnell was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Desmond O'Donnell?
Desmond O'Donnell was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Desmond O'Donnell
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Desmond O'Donnell. https://biography.guide/desmond-o-donnell/
MLA: "Desmond O'Donnell." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/desmond-o-donnell/.
Chicago: "Desmond O'Donnell." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/desmond-o-donnell/.
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