About Jimmy Quinn
Lived 1947 – 2002 (aged 54). Jimmy Quinn was a British association football player.
James Quinn (23 November 1947 – 29 April 2002) was a Scottish footballer, who played for Celtic, Clyde and Sheffield Wednesday. At Celtic, he was considered to be a member of the group known as the Quality Street Gang which included future international stars Davie Hay, Kenny Dalglish, Lou Macari and Danny McGrain.
Quinn was the grandson of former Celtic and Scotland player, also named Jimmy Quinn.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jimmy Quinn?
Scottish association football player (1947-2002)
When was Jimmy Quinn born?
Jimmy Quinn was born on 23 November 1947.
When did Jimmy Quinn die?
Jimmy Quinn died on 29 April 2002 in Kilsyth.
What was Jimmy Quinn's occupation?
Jimmy Quinn was an association football player.
What nationality was Jimmy Quinn?
Jimmy Quinn was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jimmy Quinn (footballer, born 1947)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jimmy Quinn. https://biography.guide/jimmy-quinn-association-football-player/
MLA: "Jimmy Quinn." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jimmy-quinn-association-football-player/.
Chicago: "Jimmy Quinn." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jimmy-quinn-association-football-player/.
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