Obituary of Bobby Riggs

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Bobby Riggs

Robert Larimore Riggs (born February 25, 1918 in Los Angeles, California) was a tennis player who was best known for being the World No. 1 tennis amateur in 1939 and World No. 1 pro tennis player in 1946 and 1947. Bobby died on October 25, 1995 and his death was because of prostate cancer. He died at age 77.

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Bobby Riggs Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Riggs, Bobby
    • Common Name: Bobby Riggs
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
    • Birth Date: February 25, 1918
    • Age: 77 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Bob
    • Occupation: Tennis Player
    • Active Years: 1933-1962
    • Net Worth: $5 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Black
    • Favorite Scent: Dior Sauvage
    • Favorite Actor: Al Pacino

    Bobby's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Robert Larimore Riggs
    • Father: Gideon Wright Riggs
    • Mother: Agnes Riggs
    • Brother(s):
      • John Riggs
      • Luke Riggs
    • Sister(s):
      • Mary Lee Riggs
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Catherine Fischer (married 1939-divorced 1951)
      • Priscilla Wheelan (married 1952-divorced 1971)
      • Priscilla Wheelan (married 1991-1995, his death)
    • Son(s):
      • Larry Riggs
      • John Riggs
      • William Riggs
      • Robert Riggs Jr.
      • Jimmy Riggs
      • Lawrence Riggs
    • Daughter(s):
      • Dorothy Riggs

Death Notice:

  • Date: October 25 1995 at age 77
  • Place: Encinitas, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Prostate cancer

Category Tags:

Tennis PlayerAmerican Born on February 25th Born in 1918 Born in California Died in 1995 Died at age 77 Died from Prostate cancer

Quotable Quotes:

"Bobby Riggs was a legendary tennis player known for his charisma, skill, and love for the game, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire generations. (V)"

"Bobby Riggs was a professional tennis player known for his impressive record and legendary "Battle of the Sexes" match against Billie Jean King, but his life was cut short due to an unexpected tragedy. (V)"

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