About Gene Thomas
Lived 1942 – 1993 (aged 50). Gene Thomas was an American american football player.
Eugene "Gene" Warren Thomas (September 1, 1942 – August 27, 1993) was an American football fullback and halfback in the American Football League and played in Super Bowl I. He attended North High School in Akron, Ohio, and played college football at Florida A&M University. During his pro-career, played for the Kansas City Chiefs and the Boston Patriots.
Death Thomas died from cardiomyopathy in his sleep on August 27, 1993, at his home in Independence, Missouri, 5 days before his 51st birthday.
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Who was Gene Thomas?
American football player (1942-1993)
When was Gene Thomas born?
Gene Thomas was born on 1 September 1942 in Barberton.
When did Gene Thomas die?
Gene Thomas died on 27 August 1993 in Independence.
What was Gene Thomas's occupation?
Gene Thomas was an american football player.
What nationality was Gene Thomas?
Gene Thomas was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gene Thomas. https://biography.guide/gene-thomas/
MLA: "Gene Thomas." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/gene-thomas/.
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