About Jock Richardson
Lived 1899 – 1994 (aged 95). Jock Richardson was a New Zealand rugby union player.
Johnstone "Jock" Richardson (2 April 1899 – 28 October 1994) was a New Zealand rugby union player. A loose forward, Richardson represented Otago and Southland at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, from 1921 to 1925. He played 42 matches for the All Blacks, 16 of them as captain, including seven internationals.
Following the death of Wiremu Heke in 1989, Richardson was the oldest living All Black.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jock Richardson?
rugby union player (1899–1994)
When was Jock Richardson born?
Jock Richardson was born on 2 April 1899 in Dunedin.
When did Jock Richardson die?
Jock Richardson died on 28 October 1994 in Nowra.
What was Jock Richardson's occupation?
Jock Richardson was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Jock Richardson?
Jock Richardson was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Johnstone Richardson
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jock Richardson. https://biography.guide/jock-richardson-rugby-union-player/
MLA: "Jock Richardson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jock-richardson-rugby-union-player/.
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