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- Full Name: Daniel M. Rooney
- Born: July 20, 1932
- Birthplace: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Oldest of five boys
- Attended Duquesne University
- Is a licensed pilot
- Hired Chuck Noll
- Instrumental in ending the NFL Player's strike in 1982
- Was instrumental in establishing the Rooney Rule and the salary cap
- Was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2000
- Benefactor of the Rooney Prize for Irish Literature
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Dan Rooney is chairman and owner of the Pittsburgh Steelers, a team founded by his father, Art Rooney. In November of 2008, Rooney and his son gained majority ownership of the Steelers, 80 percent, after his brothers sold their shares of the team.ESPN.com: Report: Dan Rooney, Son Will Own 80 Percent of Steelers
On March 17, 2009, President Barack Obama nominated Rooney to become the U.S. Ambassador to Ireland. Rooney previously founded the American Ireland Fund, which raises money for advocacy of peace and education in Ireland.ESPN.com: Steelers Owner is Ireland Nominee
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Okay, how did Dan Rooney get to be the Ambassador to Ireland? 1 AnswerDan Rooney has been working on projects relating to Ireland for more than 30 years. He co-founded and is currently vice-chairman of the American Ireland Fund in... read more
What is the name of Dan Rooneys bar in Northwest Belfast and where is it located? 2 AnswersIt is called The Pittsburgh Bar and Restaurant and it is located in the Ardoyne section of North Belfast. In the Brookfield Business Centre, near the Church of... read more
Is Dan Rooney even qualified to be an ambassador? And isnt that like a full time job? 2 AnswersYes he is qualified to be an ambassador to Ireland. If you read the article below, you will note that Rooney has been very active in Irish causes, specifically... read more
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Dan Rooney Timeline
- 1932: Born on July 20 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- 1955: Graduates from Duquesne University with a degree in accounting
- 1955: Hired in the personnel department of the Pittsburgh Steelers
- 1965: His authority within the organization is solidified with coach Buddy Parker's resignation
- 1969: Hires legendary coach Chuck Noll
- 1972: The Sporting News NFL Executive of the Year
- 1973: Appointed as Chairman of the NFL Expansion Committee
- 1975: Named President of the Pittsburgh Steelers
- 1976: Chairman of the NFL Negotiating Committee
- 1976: Co-founder of The American Ireland Fund
- 1982: Helps to negotiate a collective bargaining agreement with striking players
- 1990: Presented with the Pete Rozelle Award for his service in the NFL
- 1992: Hires coach Bill Cowher
- 1993: Co-author of the NFL salary cap
- 1999: Receives the Maxwell Football Club Reds Bagnell Award for Contributions to the Game of Football
- 2000: Enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame
- 2002: Chairman of the NFL Diversity in the Workplace Committee
- 2002: Relinquishes the title of President to his son, Art Rooney II
- 2006: Honored for his passion for aviation by the Allegheny County Airport
- 2007: Recipient of the 2007 Dapper Dan Club of Pittsburgh Lifetime Achievement Award
- 2007: Becomes the first recipient of the John McLendon Foundation Allan H. (Bud) Selig Mentoring Award
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Dan Rooney Merchandise
- Official Site of the Pittsburgh Steelers: ... A Journey with the Rooney Family
- Pro Football Hall of Fame: Dan Rooney Merchandise
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