Johnny Unitas

Football Player

Birthday May 7, 1933

Birth Sign Taurus

Birthplace Pittsburgh, PA

DEATH DATE Sep 11, 2002 (69)

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About

Baltimore Colts quarterback who was known as "The Golden Arm." He was selected to 10 Pro Bowls during his career and was named AP NFL MVP in 1964 and 1967.

Before Fame

He watched his mother work 2 jobs to support him after the death of his father.

Trivia

He threw for 40,239 yards and 290 touchdowns across his career.

Family Life

He had eight children during the span of two marriages.

Associated With

He was the Colts standout quarterback years before Peyton Manning took over at the helm of the franchise.