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Reggie Warford Dies at Age 67; Kentucky's 1st Black CBB Player to Have 4-Year Career

Kentucky basketball legend Reggie Warford died on Thursday at the age of 67.

Per Jerry Tipton of the Lexington Herald-Leader, Warford had been diagnosed with numerous health problems in recent years and was surrounded by his family when he died.

John Calipari

Reggie Warford passed away this morning at home surrounded by his loving family. I know how much Reggie meant to Kentucky &amp; how he inspired others.<br><br>Reggie and I worked together at Pitt in the 80s and have remained friends.<br><br>I’m going to miss my brother, may God bless you Reggie.

According to Tipton, Warford was the first Black player in Wildcats history to have a four-year basketball career and graduate from the university.