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Bum Phillips(1923-2013)

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Bum Phillips was born on 29 September 1923 in Orange, Texas, USA. He was an actor, known for Cowboy Smoke (2008), The NFL on NBC (1965) and NFL Monday Night Football (1970). He was married to Debbie Ewing and Helen. He died on 18 October 2013 in Goliad, Texas, USA.
BornSeptember 29, 1923
DiedOctober 18, 2013(90)
BornSeptember 29, 1923
DiedOctober 18, 2013(90)
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Known for

Cowboy Smoke (2008)
Cowboy Smoke
8.7
  • Bum
  • 2008
Jennifer Edwards and Joe Namath in The NFL on NBC (1965)
The NFL on NBC
7.6
TV Series
  • Self - Houston Oilers Head Coach
  • Self - Houston Oilers Defensive Coordinator
  • Self - San Diego Chargers Defensive Line Coach
  • Self - New Orleans Saints Head Coach
Jeffrey Mowery in NFL Monday Night Football (1970)
NFL Monday Night Football
8.2
TV Series
  • Self - Houston Oilers Head Coach
  • Self - New Orleans Saints Head Coach
  • Self - San Diego Chargers Defensive Coordinator
The NFL on CBS (1956)
The NFL on CBS
7.6
TV Series
  • Self - New Orleans Saints Head Coach
  • Self - Houston Oilers Head Coach

Credits

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Actor



  • Cowboy Smoke (2008)
    Cowboy Smoke
    8.7
    • Bum
    • 2008

Personal details

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  • Alternative name
    • O.A. Phillips
  • Height
    • 5′ 9″ (1.75 m)
  • Born
    • September 29, 1923
    • Orange, Texas, USA
  • Died
    • October 18, 2013
    • Goliad, Texas, USA
  • Spouses
      Debbie EwingAugust 31, 1990 - October 18, 2013 (his death)
  • Publicity listings
    • 2 Articles

Did you know

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  • Trivia
    Head coach of Houston Oilers from 1975-1980 and was the the winningest coach in franchise history.

    From 1981 through 1985, he was the head coach of the New Orleans Saints.
  • Quotes
    Winning is only half of it. Having fun is the other half.
  • Trademark
      Cowboy hat

FAQ

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  • When did Bum Phillips die?
    October 18, 2013
  • How old was Bum Phillips when he died?
    90 years old
  • Where did Bum Phillips die?
    Goliad, Texas, USA
  • When was Bum Phillips born?
    September 29, 1923
  • Where was Bum Phillips born?
    Orange, Texas, USA

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