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 a key player in Immaculate Reception by Pittsburgh sportscaster Myron Cope. He had the 13th overall pick and was chosen by the Steelers in the first round of the 1972 NFL Draft. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1990.
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. . Prior to his death, Franco Harris was very active on social media. His demise was announced three days before the 50th anniversary of the “Immaculate Reception”.
Before his death, he had spoken to visitors at the Heinz History Center the day before his sudden demise. He was set to attend a ceremony at halftime during a Steelers game against the Las Vegas Raiders on December 24, 2022, for the retirement of his jersey number.
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.
Where was Franco Harris when he died?
Franco Harris reportedly died at his home in Sewickley, Pennsylvania at the age of 72. The cause of his death has not yet been disclosed.