About Jack Parrington
Lived 1933 – 2024 (aged 90). Jack Parrington was a Canadian sprinter.
John Dempster Parrington (24 October 1933 – 5 March 2024) was a Canadian sprinter. He competed in the men's 100 metres at the 1956 Summer Olympics. That year, he tied the world record for the 100-metres dash at 10.2 seconds. He attended the University of Houston, where he was a business administration student. Parrington died at his home on 5 March 2024, at the age of 90.
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Who was Jack Parrington?
Canadian sprinter
When was Jack Parrington born?
Jack Parrington was born on 24 October 1933 in Scarborough.
When did Jack Parrington die?
Jack Parrington died on 5 March 2024.
What was Jack Parrington's occupation?
Jack Parrington was a sprinter.
What nationality was Jack Parrington?
Jack Parrington was Canadian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jack Parrington. https://biography.guide/jack-parrington/
MLA: "Jack Parrington." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jack-parrington/.
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