About Rip King
Lived 1895 – 1950 (aged 54). Rip King was an American american football player.
Andrew V. "Rip" King (October 25, 1895 – March 4, 1950) was an American professional football player who was a fullback for six seasons for the Akron Pros, Chicago Cardinals, and Hammond Pros of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the West Virginia Mountaineers.
In March 1950, King died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, at the age of 54.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Rip King?
American football player (1895-1950)
When was Rip King born?
Rip King was born on 25 October 1895 in Franklin.
When did Rip King die?
Rip King died on 4 March 1950 in Reno, Nevada.
What was Rip King's occupation?
Rip King was an american football player.
What nationality was Rip King?
Rip King was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Rip King. https://biography.guide/rip-king/
MLA: "Rip King." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/rip-king/.
Chicago: "Rip King." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/rip-king/.
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