Rogers was a sports fan.
Last Friday, we lost country great Kenny Rogers at the age of 81. With hits like The Gambler, he built a legacy that included three Grammys and other accolades.
Sports were intertwined in Rogers’ life. For example, in 1988, basketball stars surrounded him during a three-day fundraiser that he held at his Georgia home. Among those attending were Larry Bird and Michael Jordan.
He also had a special relationship with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Rogers lived an extraordinary life and will be missed.
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I was lucky to meet his old roadie. RIP Kenny Rogers.
