NFL Legend Jim Brown Passes Away at 87; Remembered as One of the Greatest Athletes and Activists, Though Not Without Controversy
- Brown was an all-time great NFL running back who held rushing records for decades.
- He was also a prominent civil rights activist who used his fame to promote racial equality and empower disadvantaged youth.
- Brown faced allegations of domestic violence throughout his life, though he was never convicted of a major crime.
- He had a successful acting career, appearing in over 50 films and TV shows, often portraying tough-guy action roles.
- Brown's complicated legacy as an athlete, activist and flawed human being will live on for generations.
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