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Beloved Sister of Alabama QB Keelon Russell Passes Away

6/8/2025

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Kierston Russell, the beloved twin sister of University of Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell, tragically passed away on Wednesday. Tuscaloosa police have indicated her death seems non-criminal, with an investigation underway. Keelon expressed heartfelt condolences online, while her high school basketball team celebrated her fierce spirit and lasting legacy, deepening the community's grief.

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Kierston Russell, the beloved twin sister of University of Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell, tragically passed away on Wednesday. Tuscaloosa police have indicated her death seems non-criminal, with an investigation underway. Keelon expressed heartfelt condolences online, while her high school basketball team celebrated her fierce spirit and lasting legacy, deepening the community's grief.