João Havelange Death
João passed away on August 16, 2016 at the age of 100.
When did João Havelange die?
August 16, 2016How old was João Havelange when died?
100
João Havelange Birthday and Date of Death
João Havelange was born on May 8, 1916 and died on August 16, 2016. João was 100 years old at the time of death.
Birthday: May 8, 1916
Date of Death: August 16, 2016
Age at Death: 100
João Havelange - Biography
Jean-Marie Faustin Godefroid "João" de Havelange (born 8 May 1916) is a Brazilian lawyer, businessman, and former athlete who served as the 7th President of FIFA, from 1974 to 1998. His tenure as President is the second longest in FIFA's history, behind only that of Jules Rimet. He received the title of Honorary President when leaving office, but resigned in April 2013. He succeeded Stanley Rous and was succeeded by Sepp Blatter. João Havelange served as a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) from 1963 to 2011. He was the longest-serving active member upon his resignation.
