About Lou Bruce
Lived 1935 – 1985 (aged 49–50). Lou Bruce was a Canadian canadian football player.
Lou Bruce (c. 1934 – January 16, 1985) was a professional Canadian football end who played for the Ottawa Rough Riders for five seasons. He was drafted first overall in the 1956 CFL Draft by the Rough Riders. He was named an Eastern All-Star at the defensive end position for the 1960 season, the same year he won his first and only Grey Cup championship. He played football previously at Queen's University.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Lou Bruce?
Canadian football player
When was Lou Bruce born?
Lou Bruce was born in 1935 in Toronto.
When did Lou Bruce die?
Lou Bruce died on 16 January 1985.
What was Lou Bruce's occupation?
Lou Bruce was a canadian football player.
What nationality was Lou Bruce?
Lou Bruce was Canadian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Lou Bruce (Canadian football)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Lou Bruce. https://biography.guide/lou-bruce/
MLA: "Lou Bruce." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/lou-bruce/.
Chicago: "Lou Bruce." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/lou-bruce/.
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