Jean Beliveau - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | August 31, 1931 |
|---|---|
| Died | December 02, 2014 (age 83) |
| Birthplace | Trois-Rivières, Quebec, Canada |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Jean Beliveau's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Legendary Montreal Canadiens center, 10-time Stanley Cup winner as a player, Hockey Hall of Famer |
Intro
Jean Béliveau was a Canadian professional ice hockey player regarded as one of the greatest centers in NHL history. He spent his entire 20-season career with the Montreal Canadiens, winning 10 Stanley Cups as a player and seven more as an executive. Béliveau was known for his skill, leadership, sportsmanship, and contributions to the game, both on and off the ice.
Early Life & Background
Jean Béliveau was born in Trois-Rivières, Quebec in 1931 and grew up in Victoriaville, Quebec. He started playing junior hockey in Quebec and quickly gained attention for his size, skill, and leadership abilities.
Career Highlights
- Played 20 seasons with the Montreal Canadiens (1950–1971)
- Won 10 Stanley Cups as a player with the Canadiens
- First player to win the Conn Smythe Trophy (1965)
- Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1972
- Served as Canadiens' captain from 1961–1971
- Recorded 507 goals and 712 assists in NHL regular season
- Had a further 176 points in 162 playoff games
- Had his number 4 retired by the Montreal Canadiens
Trivia
- Béliveau was appointed a Companion of the Order of Canada in 1998.
- He declined the office of Governor General of Canada in 1994 to spend more time with his family.
- He remains one of the few players to have his name on the Stanley Cup 17 times (10 as a player, 7 as an executive).
FAQs
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Jean Beliveau was born the 31 August 1931.
Trois-Rivières, Quebec, Canada.
On His Birth-Day
About August 31st, 1931, in brief:
- Day of the week: August 31st, 1931 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Trader Horn directed by W.S. Van Dyke
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