Larry Fitzgerald Sr., Minnesota Sports Writer and Hall of Fame WR’s Father, Dies at 71
Larry Fitzgerald Sr. was a longtime sports writer in Minnesota and a well‑known figure in the region.
He was also the father of Hall of Fame wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald Jr. His family announced that he passed away on Monday at the age of 71.
Fitzgerald was celebrated for his contributions to local sports journalism and his legacy across generations. His death leaves a notable gap in Minnesota’s sports community.
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