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Mark Richt Jokes About Health Amid Parkinson's Battle

11/7/2025

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Mark Richt, the former University of Georgia football coach, denied rumors that he was hospitalized and joked about his health on social media.
Richt, 65, was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2021 and previously suffered a heart attack in 2019.
He led the University of Georgia to five SEC Championships and 15 consecutive bowl appearances.
His 74% win rate makes him the second-most winningest coach in UGA history.

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Mark Richt, the former University of Georgia football coach, denied rumors that he was hospitalized and joked about his health on social media.
Richt, 65, was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2021 and previously suffered a heart attack in 2019.
He led the University of Georgia to five SEC Championships and 15 consecutive bowl appearances.
His 74% win rate makes him the second-most winningest coach in UGA history.