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Barry Sanders

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Birthplace
Wichita, Sedgwick, Kansas, U.S.
Date of birth
July 16, 1968
Date of death
Ethnicity
African-American
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Place of Birth: Wichita, Sedgwick, Kansas, U.S.

Date of Birth: July 16, 1968

Ethnicity: African-American

Barry Sanders is an American professional football player. A running back, he played for the Detroit Lions of the National Football League (NFL).

Barry is the son of Shirley and William Sanders. He has four children. Three of his children, including professional football player Barry J. Sanders, are with his former wife, television news anchor Lauren Campbell Sanders.

Barry is a Christian.

Barry’s paternal grandfather was named Tollie Sanders (the son of William Sanders and Mary).

Barry’s paternal grandmother was namd Ardelia Boyd.

Sources: Genealogy of Barry Sanders (focusing on his father’s side) – https://www.geni.com

Obituary of Barry’s father – https://www.findagrave.com