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George Best was a professional footballer who played for Manchester United, Fulham, and the Northern Ireland national team. He was renowned for his skill on the pitch and his off-field playboy lifestyle. Best was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland, and began his football career with Manchester United in 1963. He quickly became a star, and was named the European Footballer of the Year in 1968. He was a key member of the United team that won the European Cup in 1968. Best was known for his dribbling skills and his ability to score goals. He was also known for his off-field lifestyle, which included drinking and womanizing. He retired from football in 1983, and died in 2005 at the age of 59. Best was inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame in 2002. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time.

Popular As Bestie, Georgie, 'The Belfast Boy.'
Occupation actor,script_department
Age 59 years old
Zodiac Sign Gemini
Born 22 May, 1946
Birthday 22 May
Birthplace Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK
Date of death 25 November, 2005
Died Place South Kensington, London, England, UK
Nationality United Kingdom

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George Best Height, Weight & Measurements

At 59 years old, George Best height is 5' 9" (1.75 m) .

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Who Is George Best's Wife?

His wife is Alex Best (24 July 1995 - 14 April 2004) ( divorced), Angie Best (24 January 1978 - 1986) ( divorced) ( 1 child)

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Wife Alex Best (24 July 1995 - 14 April 2004) ( divorced), Angie Best (24 January 1978 - 1986) ( divorced) ( 1 child)
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George Best Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is George Best worth at the age of 59 years old? George Best’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actor. He is from United Kingdom. We have estimated George Best's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2023 $1 Million - $5 Million
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2005

He was admitted to the private Cromwell Hospital in London with a kidney infection and internal bleeding on 3 October 2005. He later died there from a lung infection and multiple organ failure.

2002

He was awarded the BBC Sports Award for Lifetime Achievement in 2002.

2001

After years of alcohol abuse, by late 2001 he was told by doctors that he would need a liver transplant to save his life. In July 2002 he controversially received a new liver on the NHS, but soon began drinking again and sparking fears that he would need a second transplant.

2000

He was diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver in early 2000.

1982

He appeared on the Wogan (1982) chat show in 1991, in which Best was so drunk that he couldn't string a sentence together.

1970

He is the last man to score six goals in round five of the F.A.Cup. Best achieved this in an unforgettable display in the 8-2 win against Northampton Town on 7 February 1970.

1968

He won the European Cup with Manchester United (1968).

1965

He was an actor, known for Till Death Us Do Part (1965), Dream Team (1997) and This Boy's Story (1992). He was married to Alex Best and Angie Best.

1963

He played for the following clubs in his career: Manchester United (1963-1974), Stockport County (1975), Cork Celtics (1975), Dunstable Town (1974-1975), Los Angeles Aztecs (1976-1978), Fulham (1976-1977), Fort Lauderdale Strikers (1978-1979), Hibernian (1979-1980), San Jose Earthquakes (1980-1981), Bournemouth (1983), Brisbane Lions (1983).

1960

In the early 1960s, to show friends his amazing soccer skills, Best would flick a sixpence up into the air with his right foot and it always landed in the breast pocket of his jacket, to their utter amazement.

1946

George Best was born on May 22, 1946 in Belfast, Northern Ireland.