Arthur Wharton date of birth:
October 28, 1865
How old was Arthur Wharton when died?
65
Where was Arthur Wharton born?
Jamestown, Gold Coast
When did Arthur Wharton die?
December 13, 1930
Arthur Wharton body shape:
Average
What color are Arthur Wharton's eyes?
Black
What color is Arthur Wharton's hair?
Black
Is Arthur Wharton gay or straight?
Straight
What is Arthur Wharton's ethnicity?
Black
What is Arthur Wharton nationality?
Ghanaian
What is Arthur Wharton's occupation?
Football
Short Biography
Arthur Wharton (28 October 1865 – 13 December 1930) is widely considered to be the first black professional association football player in the world. Though not the first black player outright - the amateur, and Scotland international player, Andrew Watson predated him - Wharton was the first black professional and the first to play in the Football League.