About John Kennedy
Born 1959. John Kennedy is an Australian australian rules football player.
John James Kennedy Jr. (born 22 November 1959) is a former Australian rules footballer, the son of former Hawthorn footballer, coach John Kennedy Sr. and the father of Josh Kennedy, who played for and the Sydney Swans.
Kennedy was a four-time premiership player for Hawthorn. In 1993, Kennedy was appointed as assistant coach to Peter Knights at the Hawks. In 1995, Kennedy was elected to the board of directors of the Hawthorn Football Club. He is no longer a member.
Kennedy played a total of 241 games for Hawthorn,
Kennedy supported the planned merger between and in 1996.
Kennedy is also of an Italian descent through his maternal grandparents.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is John Kennedy?
Australian rules footballer, born 1959
When was John Kennedy born?
John Kennedy was born on 22 November 1959.
What is John Kennedy's occupation?
John Kennedy is an australian rules football player.
What nationality is John Kennedy?
John Kennedy is Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Kennedy Jr. (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Kennedy. https://biography.guide/john-kennedy-australian-rules-football-player/
MLA: "John Kennedy." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-kennedy-australian-rules-football-player/.
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