About Fairy Heatlie
Lived 1872 – 1951 (aged 79). Fairy Heatlie was a South African rugby union player.
Barry "Fairy" Heatlie (25 April 1872 – 19 August 1951) was a rugby union player, representing both South Africa and Argentina. He was the fifth captain of the South African rugby union team and is attributed as the man who gave the Springboks their famous green jersey.
His contributions to the early development of South African rugby were recognised in 2009 with his induction into the IRB Hall of Fame.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Fairy Heatlie?
South African rugby union footballer
When was Fairy Heatlie born?
Fairy Heatlie was born on 25 April 1872 in Worcester.
When did Fairy Heatlie die?
Fairy Heatlie died on 19 August 1951 in Cape Town.
What was Fairy Heatlie's occupation?
Fairy Heatlie was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Fairy Heatlie?
Fairy Heatlie was South African.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Fairy Heatlie. https://biography.guide/fairy-heatlie/
MLA: "Fairy Heatlie." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/fairy-heatlie/.
Chicago: "Fairy Heatlie." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/fairy-heatlie/.
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