Julius Campbell, leader of "Remember the Titans" team, passes away at 65
Former high school football player and leader of 'Remember the Titans' team who broke down racial barriers dies at 65 https://t.co/NZc8pYZ65u
- Daily Mail US (@DailyMail) January 27, 2019
* former lineman for TC Williams high school which was racially integrated in 1971
* amid racial tensions, "the team went 13-0 and won the Virginia AAA state championship."
* "In the cinematic depiction, Campbell, played by Wood Harris, befriends white linebacker Gerry Bertier and the pair’s bond becomes part of the team’s success."
* in later years, Campbell became a speaker discussing the team overcoming racial barriers as well as bullying in school.
* Died of multiple organ failure. He is survived by his wife Cathy of 29 years, a daughter, 3 stepdaughters, 2 stepsons, and 5 grandchildren.
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