What is Bear Bryant's full name?
Paul William Bryant
Bear Bryant nickname(s):
Bear Bryant, Paul Bryant, Paul William Bryant, Bear
Bear Bryant date of birth:
September 11, 1913
How old was Bear Bryant when died?
69
Where was Bear Bryant born?
Fordyce, Arkansas, United States
When did Bear Bryant die?
January 26, 1983
Where did Bear Bryant die?
Tuscaloosa, Alabama USA
What is Bear Bryant nationality?
American
What is Bear Bryant's occupation?
Football (American)
Short Biography
Paul William "Bear" Bryant (September 11, 1913 – January 26, 1983) was an American college football player and coach. He was best known as the longtime head coach of the University of Alabama football team. During his 25-year tenure as Alabama's head coach, he amassed six national championships and thirteen conference championships. Upon his retirement in 1982, he held the record for most wins as head coach in collegiate football history with 323 wins. At the University of Alabama, the Paul W. Bryant Museum, Paul W. Bryant Hall, Paul W. Bryant Drive, and Bryant–Denny Stadium are all named in his honor. He was also known for his trademark black and white "houndstooth" hat, deep voice, casually leaning up against the goal post during pre-game warmups, and frequently holding his rolled-up game plan while on the sidelines smoking a cigarette. Before arriving at Alabama, Bryant was head football coach at the University of Maryland, the University of Kentucky, and Texas A&M University.