Age, Biography and Wiki
Ernie Banks was an American professional baseball player who played for the Chicago Cubs from 1953 to 1971. He was a two-time National League Most Valuable Player and a 14-time All-Star. Banks was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1977. Banks was born in Dallas, Texas, and attended Booker T. Washington High School in Dallas. He began his professional baseball career in 1950 with the Kansas City Monarchs of the Negro American League. He made his Major League debut with the Cubs in 1953. Banks was known for his enthusiasm and optimism, and was nicknamed "Mr. Cub". He was a popular figure in Chicago, and was beloved by Cubs fans. He was also known for his philanthropy, and was active in the Chicago community. Banks died on January 23, 2015, at the age of 83. He was survived by his wife, Liz, and their two children.
| Popular As | Ernest Banks |
| Occupation | actor,music_department |
| Age | 84 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
| Born | 31 January, 1931 |
| Birthday | 31 January |
| Birthplace | Dallas, Texas, USA |
| Date of death | 23 January, 2015 |
| Died Place | Chicago, Illinois, USA |
| Nationality | USA |
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Ernie Banks Height, Weight & Measurements
At 84 years old, Ernie Banks height is 6' 1" (1.85 m) .
| Physical Status | |
|---|---|
| Height | 6' 1" (1.85 m) |
| Weight | Not Available |
| Body Measurements | Not Available |
| Eye Color | Not Available |
| Hair Color | Not Available |
Who Is Ernie Banks's Wife?
His wife is Liz Ellzey (13 June 1997 - 23 January 2015) ( his death) ( 1 child), Marjorie Marie Wardlaw (14 June 1984 - 1997) ( divorced), Eloyce Benton Johnson (23 July 1959 - 15 February 1983) ( divorced) ( 3 children), Mollye Ector (6 April 1953 - 1 July 1959) ( divorced)
| Family | |
|---|---|
| Parents | Not Available |
| Wife | Liz Ellzey (13 June 1997 - 23 January 2015) ( his death) ( 1 child), Marjorie Marie Wardlaw (14 June 1984 - 1997) ( divorced), Eloyce Benton Johnson (23 July 1959 - 15 February 1983) ( divorced) ( 3 children), Mollye Ector (6 April 1953 - 1 July 1959) ( divorced) |
| Sibling | Not Available |
| Children | Not Available |
Ernie Banks Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Ernie Banks worth at the age of 84 years old? Ernie Banks’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actor. He is from USA. We have estimatedErnie Banks's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2023 | $1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2023 | Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2022 | Pending |
| Salary in 2022 | Under Review |
| House | Not Available |
| Cars | Not Available |
| Source of Income | Actor |
Ernie Banks Social Network
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Timeline
Awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2013 by President Barack Obama.
Inducted into the ESPN Chicago Hall of Fame in 2011 (inaugural class) with Michael Jordan, Walter Payton, Dick Butkus, and Mike Ditka.
Inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1977.
Inducted into the Texas Sports Hall of Fame in 1970.
Won 1960 National League Gold Glove Award at Shortstop.
Finished in top 10 in voting for National League MVP in 1955, 1957 and 1960.
Extremely likable and popular, Ernie Banks is probably the most popular baseball player to ever put on a Chicago Cubs uniform. He started playing for the Cubs in 1953 and from the moment he hit his first home run, the city of Chicago fell in love with him. Banks started his career as a shortstop before moving to first base. He had four straight seasons of 40 or more home runs and was the National League's Most Valuable Player two consecutive seasons.
He hit his 500th home run on May 12. When he retired, his career home run total was 512.
