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Dan Rooney (1932-2017) was a member of the Rooney family that owned the Pittsburgh Steelers. He also served as US Ambassador to Ireland from 2009 to 2012.
From 2003 to 2017, Dan Rooney was the chairman and part owner of the Pittsburgh Steelers, and was a non-playing inductee to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. His father, Art, founded the Steelers.
At the time of his death, Dan Rooney and his son Art Rooney II controlled 30% ownership of the Steelers, after two other Rooney family members sold their own shares in the team.
US actresses Rooney Mara and Kate Mara are the great-nieces of Dan Rooney.
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When was Dan Rooney born?
Dan Rooney was born on 1932-07-20.
How long have the Rooney's owned the Pittsburgh Steelers team?
Art Rooney purchased the NFL franchise in 1933. The Rooney family till today still own the Steelers. Dan Rooney (Art's son) is the Chairman and Dan's son, Art Rooney II is the President.
How do you spell Rooney?
There is a surname spelled Rooney (Mickey, Andy, Art, Dan, or Wayne).
How old is Dan Rooney?
Daniel "Dan" Rooney was 84 years old when he died on April 13, 2017 (born July 20, 1932).
How long has Dan Rooney owned the Pittsburgh Steelers?
Dan Rooney was the Steelers president from 1975-2002. An outright owner from 1988-2002. He then passed ownership to his son Art Rooney II in 2003.
Who founded the Pittsburgh Steelers?
The Rooney's. Art Rooney started the franchise, now it is run by his son. Dan Rooney (Art Rooney's son) is the owner & chairman of the Steelers. Art Rooney II (Dan Rooney's son), is the President and co-owner of the team.
Does Art Rooney still own the Pittsburgh Steelers?
Art Rooney Sr. died on August 25, 1988, but the Steelers are still owned by the Rooney Family. The teams chairman is Dan Rooney and the president is Art Rooney II.
Which president apponted Dan Rooney ambassador to Ireland?
Barack Obama.
What is the name of Art Rooney's son who took over the Pittsburgh Steelers?
Art Rooney Sr's son is Dan Rooney, who is the teams chairman.Dan's son, Art Rooney II, is the president and co-owner of the Pittsburgh Steelers.
What Television Stars start with R?
· Reba McEntire · Dan Rather · Andy Rooney
Does Art Rooney of the Pittsburgh Steelers have any female children?
Steelers founder, Art Rooney, Sr., did not have any female children. He had five sons, Dan, Art Jr., Tim, Pat and John. The current Steelers president, Art Rooney II, has three daughters, Mary, Meghan and Annie. He also has a son named Dan.
Who was inducted into the Class of 2000 NFL Hall of Fame?
Joe Montana, Howie Long, Ronnie Lott, Dave Wilcox and Dan Rooney
