charlie george
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inducted 1995 |
A Miami native, Charlie George played guard and tackle for the University of Miami from 1949-1951. Even at 6' 0" and 197 lbs. George possessed excellent strength and speed, which allowed him to play tackle for the Hurricanes. He was a teammate of fellow 1995 Hall of Fame inductee Hal Allen and played in the 1951 Orange Bowl and the 1952 Gator Bowl. A graduate of Miami Senior High School, George was All-City two years and All-State one year at tackle. He was one of the most sought-after recruits in the nation and received numerous offers. George was also an outstanding track & field competitor in the shot put and in the discus.
George had an excellent college career and after graduation he turned down an offer to play in the NFL to go to law school. He spent more than 60 years as an attorney, including serving as General Counsel for the Miami Dolphins. A True Southern Gentleman, he was a mentor to hundreds of South Florida attorneys.
Sadly, Charlie George passed away on May 12, 2023, at the age of 94.
George had an excellent college career and after graduation he turned down an offer to play in the NFL to go to law school. He spent more than 60 years as an attorney, including serving as General Counsel for the Miami Dolphins. A True Southern Gentleman, he was a mentor to hundreds of South Florida attorneys.
Sadly, Charlie George passed away on May 12, 2023, at the age of 94.