Donnie Shell

Quick Facts

Full Name	Donnie Shell
Occupation	Football Player
Date Of Birth	Aug 26, 1952(1952-08-26)
Age	72
Country	United States
Birth City	South Carolina
Horoscope	Leo

Donnie Shell Biography

Donnie Shell is one of the most popular and richest Football Player who was born on August 26, 1952 in South Carolina, United States. An ex- NFL player who became Four-time Super Bowl Champion with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

He was a linebacker’s teammate with Harry Carson at South Carolina State University.

Shell was a five-time Pro Bowler between 1978 and 1982, a 4-time All-Pro selection, and was the Steelers team MVP in 1980. He saved several possible six points in Super Bowl XIII and Super Bowl XIV. He had been in the top 15 in balloting for the Pro Football Hall of Fame once before, in 2002 but with no success. The Professional Football Researchers Association named Shell to the PRFA Hall of Very Good Class of 2013

Shell resides in Rock Hill, South Carolina and was the Carolina Panthers Director of Player Development from 1994 to 2009.

He got married Paulette Richardson Shell, the couple have 3 children: April, Dawn and Donnie.

Donnie Shell Net Worth

Donnie Shell is one of the richest Football Player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Donnie Shell 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Despite receiving All-American distinction in the state of South Carolina State University, He was not selected for the 1973 NFL draft.

He finished his NFL career with the second-highest number of games in Steelers history as a franchise.

Donnie Shell (born August 26, 1952) is a former American Football strong safety for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the National Football League between 1974 and 1987. Shell was a member of the Steelers famed Steel Curtain defense in the 1970s.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Donnie Shell height 5 ft 11 in Donnie weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Donnie Shell Dating?

According to our records, Donnie Shell is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Donnie Shell’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

Donnie Ranked on the list of most popular Football Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Donnie Shell celebrates birthday on August 26 of every year.

Top Facts about Donnie Shell

1. Donnie Shell played for the Pittsburgh Steelers from 1974-1987.
2. He was a four-time Pro Bowler and three-time All-Pro selection.
3. Shell won four Super Bowl championships with the Steelers.
4. He recorded 51 interceptions during his career.
5. Shell was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2020.
6. He played college football at South Carolina State University.
7. Shell was undrafted but signed with the Steelers as a free agent.
8. He played primarily at safety but also saw time at cornerback.
9. Shell retired as the NFL’s all-time leader in fumble recoveries by a defensive back (19).
10. In addition to his on-field success, Shell has been involved in various charitable endeavors throughout his life and career.

What is Donnie Shell doing today?

Post-retirement. Shell currently serves as Director of Spiritual Life at Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Is Donnie Shell in the Hall of Fame?

Shell is the fifth member of the famed “Steel Curtain” defense inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame , following Blount, Joe Greene, Jack Lambert and Jack Ham. Pulling on the gold jacket in Canton, he said, will feel like reuniting with them. Shell made his name with huge hits, big plays and picks.

How old is Donnie Shell?

69 years (August 26, 1952)

What number was Donnie Shell?

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Where did Donnie Shell go to college?

South Carolina State University