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Althea Gibson

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Born August 25, 1927 · Silver, South Carolina, USA

Died September 28, 2003

Awards & recognition

  • New Jersey Hall of Fame · 2009
  • Silver Olympic Order · 2004
  • National Women's Hall of Fame · 2001
  • Florida Women's Hall of Fame · 1999
  • Women's Collegiate Tennis Hall of Fame · 1995
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  • Theodore Roosevelt Award · 1991
  • Candace Award · 1988
  • International Tennis Hall of Fame · 1971
  • Associated Press Athlete of the Year · 1958
  • Associated Press Athlete of the Year · 1957

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