Junior Seau
Junior Seau was a renowned NFL linebacker who played primarily for the San Diego Chargers and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2015. Known for his passionate playing style and leadership on the field, Seau's life took a tragic turn after retirement as he faced mental health challenges believed to be related to CTE. He died by suicide in 2012, and his brain was later found to have advanced stages of CTE, sparking widespread discussions about the impact of football on players' mental health.
Born on Jan 19, 1969 (56 years old)
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Junior Seau is noted for having taken his own life, similar to other former players affected by mental health issues.
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Junior Seau was a hall of fame linebacker who killed himself in 2012 and was known as the NFL’s happy warrior.
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