health | January 16, 2026

Famous People From Jersey City, New Jersey & Celebs Born In Jersey City

Birthdate: August 26, 1934

Sun Sign: Virgo

Died: November 9, 2020

Tom Heinsohn is remembered for his 6-decade-long association with the NBA team Boston Celtics, first as a forward/center player, and then as a coach and a broadcaster. He was instrumental in forming the NBA Players Association. Heinsohn was part of the 17 NBA Championship wins of the Celtics.