Tony Cherry
Player of American and Canadian football
About Tony Cherry
Born 1963. Tony Cherry is an American american football player and canadian football player.
Anthony Earl Cherry (born February 8, 1963) is a Libyan former professional football running back who played in the Canadian Football League (CFL) with the B.C. Lions. He was selected in the 1986 NFL draft by the San Francisco 49ers in the ninth round (240th pick) out of the University of Oregon. He is distinguished as being the first Libyan to play in the National Football League (NFL). Cherry's height is 5'7".
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Tony Cherry?
Player of American and Canadian football
When was Tony Cherry born?
Tony Cherry was born on 8 February 1963 in Tripoli.
What is Tony Cherry's occupation?
Tony Cherry is an american football player and canadian football player.
What nationality is Tony Cherry?
Tony Cherry is American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Tony Cherry. https://biography.guide/tony-cherry/
MLA: "Tony Cherry." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/tony-cherry/.
Chicago: "Tony Cherry." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/tony-cherry/.
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