TMZ Sports · Sep 24, 2025
Sister Jean Retires At 106
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Loyola-Chicago legend Sister Jean is retiring as the school's minister and men's basketball chaplain at 106 years old ... a role that launched her into March Madness fame in 2018.
The school's president, Mark C. Reed, confirmed the news to the student newspaper this week ... saying Sister Jean -- full name Jean Dolores Schmidt -- is not able to be physically present on campus, but will continue supporting and praying for the university.
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SJ has dealt with health issues recently ... which forced her out of attending the Ramblers' NIT game against Chattanooga earlier this year.