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    For the film, see Jesse Owens (film).

    Owens at the 1936 Summer Olympics, where he won four Olympic gold medals

    Personal information
    Full nameJames Cleveland Owens
    NationalityAmerican
    Born(1913-09-12)September 12, 1913
    Oakville, Alabama, U.S.
    DiedMarch 31, 1980(1980-03-31) (aged 66)
    Tucson, Arizona, U.S.
    Resting placeOak Woods Cemetery
    Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
    EducationOhio State University,
    Fairmont Junior High School,
    East Technical High School
    Height5 ft 11 in
    Weight165 lb
    Spouse(s)

    M.

    Ruth Solomon

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    (m. 1935)​
    Sport
    SportTrack and field
    Event(s)Sprint, Long jump
    Achievements and titles
    Personal best(s)60 yd: 6.1
    100 yd: 9.4
    100 m: 10.2
    200 m: 20.7
    220 yd: 20.3

    James Cleveland "Jesse" Owens (September 12, 1913 – March 31, 1980) was an American track and field athlete who won four gold medals at the 1936 Olympic Games.

    He achieved international fame at t