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Emmett Ashford was an American professional baseball umpire who worked in the American League from 1966 to 1970. He was the first African-American umpire in Major League Baseball history. Ashford was born in Los Angeles, California, and attended Jefferson High School. He served in the United States Navy during World War II. After the war, he attended Los Angeles City College and then the University of Southern California. Ashford began his umpiring career in the Pacific Coast League in 1956. He was promoted to the American League in 1966, becoming the first African-American umpire in Major League Baseball history. He worked in the American League until 1970, when he was forced to retire due to a knee injury. During his time in the American League, Ashford was known for his flamboyant style of umpiring. He was also known for his sense of humor and his willingness to engage in friendly banter with players and fans. Ashford was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2006. He died in 2008 at the age of 93.

Popular As Emmett Littleton Ashford
Occupation actor
Age 66 years old
Zodiac Sign Sagittarius
Born 23 November, 1914
Birthday 23 November
Birthplace Los Angeles, California, USA
Date of death 1 March, 1980
Died Place Marina del Rey, California, USA
Nationality United States

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1976

He was an actor, known for The Bingo Long Traveling All-Stars & Motor Kings (1976), Ironside (1967) and The Jacksons (1976).

1970

He retired after the 1970 season, and later served in a PR role in the commissioner's office.

1966

He broke Major League baseball's umpiring color barrier at D.C. Stadium (now known as RFK) on April 11, 1966, manning third base during the Senators' 5-2 Opening Day loss to the Cleveland Indians.

1965

The first African-American umpire in major league baseball history, he worked in the American League from 1965 to 1970. He officiated in the 1970 World Series and in the 1967 All-Star Game.

1914

Emmett Ashford was born on November 23, 1914 in Los Angeles, California, USA as Emmett Littleton Ashford.