- Born
- Died
- Birth nameFred Neal
- Height6′ 1″ (1.85 m)
- Curley Neal was born on May 19, 1942 in Greensboro, North Carolina, USA. He was an actor, known for FIREFLY: The Tay Fisher Story (2022), Superboy (1988) and The White Shadow (1978). He was married to Rose. He died on March 26, 2020 in Houston, Texas, USA.
- SpouseRose(September 8, 1976 - March 26, 2020) (his death, 1 child)
- ChildrenRocurlLaverne
- ParentsJames Watkins Neal Sr.Katie Carter Neal
- RelativesJames(Sibling)Miriam(Sibling)
- Shaved head made him most recognizable of the Harlem Globetrotters
- Was a member of the Harlem Globetrotters.
- Attended Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, where he averaged more than 23 points per game and led his team to the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) title during his senior season.
- His number 22 was retired by the Harlem Globetrotters in 2008 as he became the fifth player to receive this honor. Wilt Chamberlain, Marques Haynes, Meadowlark Lemon and Goose Tatum were the others.
- He is buried at Rosewood Funeral Home and Cemetery in Humble, Texas.
- Has two daughters: Rocurl (Roqul) and Laverne and six grandchildren.
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