- Born
- Died
- Birth nameJohn G. Kerr
- Nickname
- Red
- Height6′ 9″ (2.06 m)
- Johnny Kerr was born on July 17, 1932 in Chicago, Illinois, USA. He was an actor, known for NBA Hardwood Classics (1984), Michael Jordan to the Max (2000) and 1984 NBA Oldtimer's Game (1984). He was married to Betty Nemecek. He died on February 26, 2009 in Chicago, Illinois, USA.
- SpouseBetty Nemecek(October 24, 1954 - October 13, 2000) (her death, 5 children)
- Center for Syracuse Nationals/Philadelphia 76ers (1954-1965) and Baltimore Bullets (1965-1966).
- First head coach of the Chicago Bulls, and the team's longtime commentator. Member of the 1954-1955 NBA Champion Syracuse Nationals.
- Head Coach, Phoenix Suns (1968-1970 - record: 31-89).
- 1967 NBA Coach of the Year.
- Head Coach, Chicago Bulls (1966-1968 - record: 62-101).
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