Barry Sheene

Also known as Barry Steven Frank Sheene

British motorcycle racer (1950-2003)

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London, England

Barry Sheene (September 11, 1950 – March 10, 2003) was a British motorcycle racing icon and two-time 500cc Grand Prix World Champion. Born in London, Sheene became known for his daring riding style and charismatic personality, capturing the hearts of fans worldwide during the 1970s. He achieved back-to-back championships in 1976 and 1977, riding for Suzuki and cementing his status as a motorsport…

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Sheene — Self2023
Speed is My Need — Himself (archive footage)2019
When Playboys Ruled the World — Himself2010
The Barry Sheene Story — Barry Sheene2008
Champion Sheene — Self2003
Space Riders — Barry1984
James Bond: The First 21 Years — Self1983
Take It to the Limit1980
Val Meets The VIPS — Self - Guest1973

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Type: Person
Active from: 2000-09-12

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Total plays: 1

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Instance of: human
Given name: Barry
Gender: male
Citizenship: United Kingdom
Place of birth: London
Place of death: Sydney
Occupation: television presenter
Languages spoken: English language
Sport: motorcycle road racing
Official website: www.sheene.com
Image: Barry Sheene winner.jpg

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Commons category: Barry Sheene
date of birth: 1950-09-11
date of death: 2003-03-10
cause of death: stomach cancer
manner of death: natural causes
birth name: Barry Steven Frank Sheene
sport number: 7

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