About Donnell Thompson
Lived 1958 – 2024 (aged 65). Donnell Thompson was an American american football player.
Larry Donnell Thompson (October 27, 1958 – September 17, 2024) was an American professional football player who was a defensive end for the Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts of the National Football League (NFL). Thompson played college football for the North Carolina Tar Heels.
After leaving the NFL, Thompson became a franchisee for McDonald's in Atlanta, Georgia. He purchased his own franchise in 1998 and later opened franchises for Choice Hotels International, Zaxby's, Denny's and Checkers Drive-In, sometimes in partnership with his former roommate Ron Wooten. Thompson died on September 17, 2024, at the age of 65.
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Who was Donnell Thompson?
American football player
When was Donnell Thompson born?
Donnell Thompson was born on 27 October 1958 in Lumberton.
When did Donnell Thompson die?
Donnell Thompson died on 17 September 2024.
What was Donnell Thompson's occupation?
Donnell Thompson was an american football player.
What nationality was Donnell Thompson?
Donnell Thompson was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Donnell Thompson. https://biography.guide/donnell-thompson/
MLA: "Donnell Thompson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/donnell-thompson/.
Chicago: "Donnell Thompson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/donnell-thompson/.
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