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Maurice Richard was a professional ice hockey player who played for the Montreal Canadiens in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 1942 to 1960. He was one of the first players to be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1961. He was nicknamed "The Rocket" for his speed and goal-scoring ability. Richard was born in Montreal, Quebec, Canada on August 4, 1921. He was the eldest of eight children born to Onésime Richard and Alice Laramée. He began playing hockey at a young age and was signed by the Montreal Canadiens in 1942. Richard quickly established himself as one of the best players in the NHL. He was the first player to score 50 goals in a season, and he won the Art Ross Trophy for leading the league in scoring five times. He also won the Hart Memorial Trophy as the league's most valuable player twice. Richard was a member of eight Stanley Cup-winning teams with the Canadiens. He was also the first player to score 500 career goals. He retired in 1960 and was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1961. Richard died on May 27, 2000, at the age of 78. He was survived by his wife, Lucille, and their four children. Maurice Richard's net worth is estimated to be around $10 million. He earned most of his wealth from his successful career as a professional ice hockey player. He also earned money from endorsements and other business ventures.

Popular As Joseph Henri Maurice Richard
Occupation actor
Age 79 years old
Zodiac Sign Leo
Born 4 August 1921
Birthday 4 August
Birthplace Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Date of death May 27, 2000
Died Place Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Nationality Canada

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Maurice Richard Height, Weight & Measurements

At 79 years old, Maurice Richard height is 5' 10" (1.78 m) .

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Height 5' 10" (1.78 m)
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Who Is Maurice Richard's Wife?

His wife is Lucille Richard (m. 1942–1994)

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Wife Lucille Richard (m. 1942–1994)
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Children Polo Richard, Huguette Richard, Normand Richard, MORE

Maurice Richard Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Maurice Richard worth at the age of 79 years old? Maurice Richard’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actor. He is from Canada. We have estimated Maurice Richard's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2023 $1 Million - $5 Million
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Net Worth in 2022 Pending
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Source of Income Actor

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Timeline

1998

NHL board of governors voted to honour Richard with a trophy in his name to be presented annually to the league's top goal scorer. [June 1998]

1989

He was an actor, known for Life After Hockey (1989), NHL Greatest Games in Montreal Canadiens History (2008) and Heritage (1958). He was married to Lucille Norchet.

1983

In 1983, when the Montreal daily La Presse conducted a survey of the top men of the 20th century, Richard trailed only folk singing legend Felix Leclerc.

1975

Named Celebrity Captain by the Montreal Canadiens during the 75th Anniversary of the National Hockey League.

1967

He was awarded the O.C. (Officer of the Order of Canada) on July 6, 1967 and the C.C. (Companion of the Order of Canada) on May 6, 1998 for his services to sports.

1962

No. 62 on The Associated Press list of the top 100 athletes of the 20th century

1957

Richard beat Glenn Hall of Chicago to become the first NHL player to score 500 regular-season goals. [October 1957]

1956

Won eight Stanley Cups with the Montreal Canadiens, including a record five consecutive Cups (1956 - 1960)

1955

Richard was given a match penalty for deliberately injuring Hal Laycoe in a game against the Boston Bruins. A formal inquiry took place after which NHL president Clarence Campbell suspended Richard for the remainder of the season. This decision came when the Rocket was leading the NHL in scoring and his team, the Montreal Canadiens, were battling for first place. Outraged Habs fans pelted Campbell with eggs when he tried to take his seat at the Montreal Forum for a game against Detroit the following St. Patrick's Day. The crowd became so unruly that the game was forfeited to the Red Wings and the building evacuated. A riot ensued outside, causing $500,000 in damage and leaving some deep wounds, particularly among the Francophone community. [March 1955]

1952

Scored his 326th regular-season goal against Chicago to surpass Nels Stewart as the NHL's all-time leader. [November 1952]

1945

First All-Star Team Right Wing (1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1949, 1950, 1955, 1956). Hart Memorial Trophy (1947). Second All-Star Team Right Wing (1944, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1957).

1944

Richard became the first player in NHL history to score eight points in one game. [December 1944]

1942

Played right wing for the Montreal Canadians (1942-1960).

1921

Maurice Richard was born on August 4, 1921 in Montréal, Québec, Canada as Joseph Henri Maurice Richard.