J. Walter Kennedy
American businessman and politician / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
James Walter Kennedy (June 8, 1912 – June 26, 1977) was an American businessman, politician, and commissioner of the National Basketball Association (NBA) from 1963 until 1975.
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J. Walter Kennedy | |
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2nd Commissioner of the NBA | |
In office September 1, 1963 – June 1, 1975 | |
Preceded by | Maurice Podoloff |
Succeeded by | Larry O'Brien |
Mayor of Stamford | |
In office December 1, 1959 – August 6, 1963 | |
Preceded by | Conrad J. Engelke |
Succeeded by | William F. Hickey Jr. (interim) |
Personal details | |
Born | James Walter Kennedy (1912-06-08)June 8, 1912 Stamford, Connecticut, U.S. |
Died | June 26, 1977(1977-06-26) (aged 65) Stamford, Connecticut, U.S. |
Resting place | St. Michaels Cemetery, Springdale, Connecticut, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Marion McRedmond |
Children | 3, including David |
Alma mater | University of Notre Dame |
Profession | Politician Sports administrator |
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