As per our current Database, Gil Hodges has been died on Apr 2, 1972 (age 47).
When Gil Hodges die, Gil Hodges was 47 years old.
| Popular As | Gil Hodges |
| Occupation | Baseball Player |
| Age | 47 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
| Born | April 4, 1924 (Princeton, IN) |
| Birthday | April 4 |
| Town/City | Princeton, IN |
| Nationality | IN |
Gil Hodges’s zodiac sign is Aries. According to astrologers, the presence of Aries always marks the beginning of something energetic and turbulent. They are continuously looking for dynamic, speed and competition, always being the first in everything - from work to social gatherings. Thanks to its ruling planet Mars and the fact it belongs to the element of Fire (just like Leo and Sagittarius), Aries is one of the most active zodiac signs. It is in their nature to take action, sometimes before they think about it well.
Gil Hodges was born in the Year of the Rat. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Rat are quick-witted, clever, charming, sharp and funny. They have excellent taste, are a good friend and are generous and loyal to others considered part of its pack. Motivated by money, can be greedy, is ever curious, seeks knowledge and welcomes challenges. Compatible with Dragon or Monkey.
Hall of Fame first baseman who helped the Brooklyn and Los Angeles Dodgers win World Series Championships in 1955 and 1959. He became a manager after retirement and led the Miracle Mets to a World Series Championship in 1969.
He served in World War II as an anti-aircraft gunner with the Marine Corps and was awarded a Bronze Star for his Service.
He was named to 8 All-Star games over the course of his career.
He married Joan Lombardi in 1948, and they remained together until his death.
He was teammates with Roy Campanella on the Dodgers from 1948 to 1957.
