Jim Brown, NFL icon, dies at 87.

Legendary NFL Running Back Jim Brown Passes Away at 87

A true pioneer and activist, Jim Brown was one of the league’s first superstars. It is with profound sadness that we announce his passing on Thursday night at his home in Los Angeles. He was surrounded by his family and passed away peacefully.

A Loving Husband, Father, and Grandfather

Jim Brown was not only an activist, actor, and football star to the world, but he was also a loving and wonderful husband, father, and grandfather to his family. His wife, Monique Brown, released a statement saying, “Our hearts are broken.”

The NFL Mourns the Loss of a Legend

The NFL released a statement expressing their heartbreak over the passing of the legendary Jim Brown. “One of the greatest players in NFL history, Jim Brown’s legacy will live on forever.”

A Life and Legacy Worth Celebrating

Jim Brown Forever. The Cleveland Browns released a statement saying, “Legend. Leader. Activist. Visionary. It’s impossible to describe the profound love and gratitude we feel for having the opportunity to be a small piece of Jim’s incredible life and legacy. We mourn his passing, but celebrate the indelible light he brought to the world.”

A True Renaissance Man

Jim Brown’s impact extended beyond the football field. He later became an actor, starring in several films such as “The Dirty Dozen” and “Ice Station Zebra.”

Remembering Jim Brown

• Selected 6th overall in the 1957 NFL draft by the Cleveland Browns
• Played nine seasons before retiring at age 30
• League’s leading rusher for all but one season
• Three-time MVP

Jim Brown’s legacy will continue to inspire generations to come. Rest in peace, Jim Brown.