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Larry Fitzgerald Sr., a longtime Minnesota sportswriter and advocate for Black athletes, has died at age 71, according to a social media post by his family.
Fitzgerald Sr. worked for the Minnesota Spokesman Recorder for over 45 years and championed African-Americans in Minnesota sports.
His son and graduate of Holy Angels High School, Larry Fitzgerald Jr., will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame later this summer.
Fitzgerald Jr. shared this message about his father on social media.
“My father was a man of strength, love and encouragement. He opened countless doors for me and my brother. He believed in us and pushed us to pursue every opportunity with conviction, he was the rock of our family. He taught us that perseverance, hard work, and unwavering commitment are the foundations of a meaningful life and personal success. I will carry his love, words, and wisdom with me always.”
