The late Franco Harris was an American professional football player. Franco Harris played running back in the National Football League (NFL) for 13 seasons, primarily for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Franco Harris was born on 7th March 1950 in Fort Dix, New Jersey to his parents, Cad Harris and Gina Parenti Harris. His father was a known black soldier who served in World War II and was stationed in Italy during the war. His mother was also a “war bride”, who moved with her husband when he returned to the United States at the end of his task amidst the war. Franco Harris had an American Nationality and a mixed ethnicity.
The late Franco Harris reportedly died on Tuesday night, 20th December 2022. He died suddenly at his home in Sewickley, Pennsylvania at the age of 72. The cause of his death has not yet been disclosed.
Franco Harris was an alumnus of Rancocas Valley Regional High Schoo, Penn State University, where he built his career.
Franco Harris is survived by his wife, Dana Dokmanovich, and his son, Dok Harris. At the time of his death, he had an estimated net worth of $3 million.
What did Terry Bradshaw say about Franco Harris death?
Following the news of his demise, loved ones and sympathizers have taken to their handles to express sympathy and mourn with his family. Terry Bradshaw, the former teammate of Harris in the Steel City and the QB who threw him the historic pass known as the Immaculate Reception, stated: