About Kenny George
Born 1987. Kenny George is an American basketball player.
Kenneth George Jr. (born 1986) is an American former college basketball player. Listed at , he was the tallest basketball player in the United States during the two years he played for the UNC Asheville Bulldogs. George and Mike Lanier of the UCLA Bruins were the tallest players in the history of college basketball until they were surpassed in 2024-2025 by Olivier Rioux of the Florida Gators at .
Early life and education George was raised on the north side of Chicago, Illinois. He was listed as but reached with shoes.
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Personal life In October 2008, George had his right foot partly amputated due to a Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infection. After this, George have to rely on larger custom wheelchair for mobility, George advocate public transport accessibility within North Carolina.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Kenny George?
American basketball player
When was Kenny George born?
Kenny George was born on 11 November 1987 in Chicago.
What is Kenny George's occupation?
Kenny George is a basketball player.
What nationality is Kenny George?
Kenny George is American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Kenny George. https://biography.guide/kenny-george/
MLA: "Kenny George." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/kenny-george/.
Chicago: "Kenny George." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/kenny-george/.
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