About Kebede Balcha
Lived 1951 – 2018 (aged 66). Kebede Balcha was an Ethiopian long-distance runner.
Kebede Balcha (7 September 1951 – 10 July 2018) was a marathon runner from Ethiopia. He won the silver medal at the 1983 World Championships. He is the current record holder for the Montreal International Marathon with 2 hours 10 minutes 3 seconds in 1983. In 1999, he sought asylum in Toronto, where he lived until his death in 2019.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Kebede Balcha?
Ethiopian distance runner (1951–2018)
When was Kebede Balcha born?
Kebede Balcha was born on 7 September 1951.
When did Kebede Balcha die?
Kebede Balcha died on 10 July 2018 in Toronto.
What was Kebede Balcha's occupation?
Kebede Balcha was a long-distance runner.
What nationality was Kebede Balcha?
Kebede Balcha was Ethiopian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Kebede Balcha. https://biography.guide/kebede-balcha/
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