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NBA Star Junior Bridgeman Dies at 71; Legacy Lives On

3/17/2025

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Junior Bridgeman, the cherished former NBA star and thriving entrepreneur, has sadly passed away at the age of 71 on March 11. Renowned for his contributions to the Milwaukee Bucks, his legacy lives on through his remarkable business achievements, including a chain of over 450 restaurants. A memorial service in Louisville this Saturday will celebrate his extraordinary life and impact.

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Junior Bridgeman, the cherished former NBA star and thriving entrepreneur, has sadly passed away at the age of 71 on March 11. Renowned for his contributions to the Milwaukee Bucks, his legacy lives on through his remarkable business achievements, including a chain of over 450 restaurants. A memorial service in Louisville this Saturday will celebrate his extraordinary life and impact.