About Gary Riddell
Lived 1966 – 1989 (aged 22). Gary Riddell was a British association football player and association football coach.
Gary Riddell (9 August 1966 – 11 June 1989) was a Scottish professional footballer who played as a central defender.
Career Born in Ellon, Riddell played for Aberdeen and Dunfermline Athletic.
He died while on a charity half-marathon raising money for the Hillsborough disaster.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Gary Riddell?
Scottish footballer (1966-1989)
When was Gary Riddell born?
Gary Riddell was born on 9 August 1966 in Ellon.
When did Gary Riddell die?
Gary Riddell died on 11 June 1989 in Dunfermline.
What was Gary Riddell's occupation?
Gary Riddell was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was Gary Riddell?
Gary Riddell was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gary Riddell. https://biography.guide/gary-riddell/
MLA: "Gary Riddell." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/gary-riddell/.
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