Sidney Williams Biography
A native of Shreveport, Louisiana, Sidney “Sid” Williams is a diplomat and former American football linebacker in the National Football League(NFL). He played for the Cleveland Browns, Washington Redskins, Baltimore Colts as well as the Pittsburgh Steelers. Williams played college football at Southern University.
Sidney Williams Age and Birthday
Sid who is an American diplomat was born March 3rd, 1942 in Shreveport, Louisiana, United States. Williams is 79 years old as of 2021. He celebrates his birthday on March 3rd every year.
Sidney Williams Height and Weight
Williams who is a former American football quarterback measures a standing height of 5 feet 7 inches which is equivalent to 1.67 meters. He also weighs 85 kilograms which is equivalent to 187 lbs.
Sidney Williams Family, Parents, and Siblings
Sidney lives a low-profile lifestyle. There is no known information about his parents, siblings nor his close relatives. This information is currently under review and will soon be updated.
Sidney Williams Dating, Wife and Children
The American former football quarterback, Sid, is involved in a romantic relationship with Maxine Waters. Waters is the U.S. Representative for California’s 43rd congressional district. The beautiful couple got married in 1977. They have been blessed with two children.
Sidney Williams Education and Career
Education
Williams who was born in Louisiana and grew up in Texas attended and played high school football at Wheatley High School. He graduated in 1959. After completing high school, he attended and played college football at Southern University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He later earned a master’s degree at Pepperdine University.
Career
During the drafting in 1964 by the Cleveland Browns, Williams was drafted in the 16th round (222nd overall). He played for the team from 1964 to 1966 and won the 1964 NFL Championship Game. After a contract dispute with the Browns in 1967, he was traded to the New York Giants 1967 for a draft selection but was released a few weeks later.
Williams was then signed by the Washington Redskins, where he played in 1967. He also played for the Baltimore Colts and the Pittsburgh Steelers. On June 4, 1967, along with other Black athletes, Williams participated in a press conference in Cleveland, Ohio, to express support for Muhammad Ali, who was to stand trial for refusing to submit to the military draft. From 1979 to 1994, Williams worked as a sales representative at Mercedes-Benz Hollywood, Inc. in Hollywood, California.
Sidney Williams Net Worth and Salary
Sidney has made a great fortune over the years from his football career as well as a diplomat. He has an estimated net worth of $5 million. His annual salary is currently under review and will soon be updated.
Sidney Williams Instagram
There is no known information about his official Instagram page. This information is currently under review and will soon be updated.