Birth Name: Manute Bol
Birthplace: Sudan
Date of Birth: October 16, 1962
Race or Ethnicity: Sudanese
Manute Bol was the son of a Dinka tribal chief, who named him “Manute,” which means “special blessing.” Bol died on Saturday June 19th at the age of 47 due to kidney trouble. Standing at 7’6 inches tall, he was one of the best shot blockers in NBA history.
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http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/players/profile?playerId=3642
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