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Rooney inherited the role of team owner from his father, Art Rooney, in 1975.
Rooney was named the 33rd Ambassador to Ireland in 2009 by President Barack Obama and served in that capacity until 2012.
In said statement, the Chargers emphasized the sheer magnitude of Rooney's positive impact on the Steelers, the city of Pittsburgh and the league itself. One of the most genuine, and humble human beings I've had the pleasure of knowing. He shaped the league with instincts, wisdom and a soft-spoken velvet touch. "You motivated me not only to excel on the field but also in life". - Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones. The Pittsburgh Penguins and Pitt's football team have found their ways to pay respects to the Pro Football Hall of Famer.
AP investigation centres around allegations of sexual abuse involving UN Peacekeepers
A United Nations -commissioned report promised much of the same more than 10 years ago, yet the problem has persisted. None of the Sri Lankan peacekeepers was arrested for their crimes; rather, they were simply sent home.
It's not a stretch to suggest Vance Joseph is the Denver Broncos' head coach because of Dan Rooney.
Rooney is survived by his wife Patricia and seven of their nine children. Mr. Rooney was a great man and true leader who always put others before himself. Among his contributions to the league was the Rooney Rule, which required NFL teams to interview minority candidates for coaching and front-office positions. Everything he did was done with class, dignity and humility.
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