He was my boyhood hero when he was at Leicester City. Here, Peter Reid offers his memories of a dear friend. Ex-Leicester and England star Gary Lineker described him last night as my boyhood hero and a wonderful character. While his England caps ended at just eight after manager Don Revie discovered Frank had ignored a strict curfew by going out drinking and gambling at a casino. 'They have not been interested,'he added. We all shared a common perspective: football was there to be enjoyed, both for the player and the fan. Everton won but I couldn't help feel for Frank because it was probably his last chance to play in an FA Cup final. A record breaking deal to sign for Liverpool in 1972 fell through because two weeks of sex and partying left him with high blood pressure. Never shy about discussing his pulling prowess, he also told a journalist what happened after bedding a teenager in Sweden. For this mercurial talent, who has died at the age of 72, was just as well known for his inexhaustible exploits in the bedroom and on the dancefloor as his prowess in front of goal. Carol Dwyer. Worthingtonwore Birmingham's colours from 1979 to 1982. Includes Address(5) Phone(4) Email(3) See Results. See Photos. A flamboyant maverick, who sported flowing long hair, a manicured moustache, medallion and John Travolta flares, Franks passion for the high life cost him his chance to reach the very top. [17][20] After his retirement from the game he turned to the after-dinner speaking circuit and also published his autobiography One Hump Or Two. 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Slipping out the hotel through a side door with a few other England players they visited a casino. He did his best to hide it, but you could see there was a confusion in his eyes, the effect of dementia. I scored loads for Leicester. He said: Next morning, after the girl had got up early for work, her muzzer woke me up with a cup of tea. It comes after several former footballers died of dementia, including England's 1966 World Cup heroes Nobby Stiles, Jack Charlton, Martin Peters and Ray Wilson. While his England caps ended at just eight after manager Don Revie discovered Frank had ignored a strict curfew by going out drinking and gambling at a casino. His longest-lasting association was with Leicester City, whom he represented more than 200 times, while he also appeared for Birmingham City, Leeds United, Southampton and Sunderland. In his book One Hump or Two he describes some of his greatest goals, including one against Chelsea which he celebrated at a London nightclub where he danced with American actress Raquel Welch who then tried to kiss him. 'The ball comes down and I hit it. Worthington was a fan favourite, much-loved for hisoutlandish sense of dress and well-reported playboy lifestyle. Before the second medical, Shankly sent Frank off on holiday to relax. Carol Worthington, speaking at their Huddersfield home, said: "Frank had been declared bankrupt after returning from playing in America when he was landed with a big, unpaid tax bill. Worthington scores two goals and eight caps for England in 1974. And boy did Frank have fun. More #bbcfootball BBC Sport (@BBCSport) March 23, 2021. The football legend spoke extensively about his sexual exploits in his autobiography One Hump or Two? Everyone recognizes Carol as the wife of Frank Worthington, which is pretty obvious to happen when you're married to someone very popular. February 28, 2022 Carol Dwyer is the wife of the popular former football player Frank Worthington who recently passed away at the age of 72. and Off the field, he dressed like a peacock; on it, he played to the gallery. For this mercurial talent, who has died at the age of 72, was just as well known for his inexhaustible exploits in the bedroom and on the dancefloor as his prowess in front of goal. Within a few years, he had found his second wife Carole Dwyer, Page Three model and daughter of Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Noel Dwyer. Gary Lineker hailed the ex-England striker his 'boyhood hero' and described him as 'a beautiful footballer, a maverick and a wonderful character.'. Very sad news. Tony Cottee, A great player, entertainer and character, even at 9 we had to go just to see him play. He wants everyone to love him. 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Her crime novels have sold over one million Continue reading About Carol. Author. All of our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time,' Birmingham posted on twitter. The time between the heading to outcome is often decades. A statement from Worthington's family read: 'It is with great sadness that the death is announced of football legend Frank Worthington who passed away last night. There was Stan Bowles, Charlie George, Alan Hudson, Tony Currie, Frank, me and at the centre of it, George Best. His legacy for me will be of a great character, a terrific football showman and a top, top bloke. 2 shares. Leicester were another of Worthington's former clubs to issue a tribute. Frank also won the Golden Boot title in 1979 for the 24 goals he scored for Bolton Wanderers in the top division. Author of feel-good comedies and crime fiction including #1 bestseller An Eye For An Eye Rep'd Jane Rotrosen Agency NY https://amzn.to/2LjRb1r. By 'A beautiful footballer, a maverick and a wonderful character who was so kind to this young apprentice when he joined the club. He could charm anyone. [6], Worthington began his career as a forward for Huddersfield Town in 1966[7] before playing for Leicester City,[8] Bolton Wanderers,[9] Birmingham City, Leeds United, Sunderland, Southampton,[10] Brighton and Hove Albion,[11] Tranmere Rovers, Preston North End, Stockport County and Galway United. But he had to sell that precious memory in 2005 to fund his retirement. Due to coronavirus restrictions, a limit on the number of attendees will be enforced but Taylor and Huddersfield Town commercial manager John Williams will join 26 family members and close friends at a crematorium in Halifax. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Worthington's wife Carol paid tribute to the much-loved football showman, who died in hospital in Huddersfield. One of English football's great mavericks, Worthington died peacefully in hospital on March 22 at the age of 72 following a long illness and the funeral of the former Huddersfield Town and Leicester forward will take place in Halifax on Friday. "He will be greatly missed by everyone who loved him so much. Frank, who played for 24 clubs including Leicester City and Leeds United, also confessed to taking cocaine and nearly drove a car off a cliff in Spain. His daughter Dawn, 53, has since led the campaign to battle the dementia in football. But Frank described as the working mans George Best by the late Bolton manager, Ian Greaves - reckoned he was even more of a womaniser than the Belfast ladies man. Carol W Dwyer: Known as: Carol Dwyer Carol Dwyer Wood: Related to: Karen R Dwyer, 70 Karren R Dwyer, 71: Associates: Ruth Williams, 63 Ron Williams: Phones: (409) 866-5198: Addreses: Chandler, AZ 420 Longmeadow St, Beaumont, TX 77707 Nederland, TX: Occupation: Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations His loss will be sadly mourned, and yet there will also be joy in reliving some of the games most outrageous anecdotes. Profoundly saddened to hear Frank Worthington has died. Karen Dwyer in Chandler, AZ Karen Dwyer may also have lived outside of Chandler, such as Phoenix, Gilbert and 2 other cities in Arizona. 'The fact is the FA and PFA [Professional Footballers' Association] have not done anywhere near enough. Jack Elsom But Frank described as the working mans George Best by the late Bolton manager, Ian Greaves - reckoned he was even more of a womaniser than the Belfast ladies man. Elvis fan Frank said: I dont see any harm in trying things out, but drug taking is certainly not something I would recommend to anyone.. Frank Worthington's widow has revealed she is being forced to sell the family home due to an uncertain financial future which she describes as 'terribly bleak'. But he could pass, he could dribble, his movement off the ball was so intelligent. Happily, I didn't have my moustache at the time.'. Frank thought it was because his unconventional approach upset the national sides bosses. When Frank Worthington arrived at Heathrow Airport in June 1972, ready for an England Under-23 tour of Eastern Europe, he wore high-heeled cowboy boots, a red silk shirt, black slacks and a lime velvet jacket. Franks cause of death has not been announced. Franks ability to juggle the ball on the pitch and go past defenders at will persuaded Liverpool manager Bill Shankly to offer a then 150,000 club record to sign him. "Carol Dwyer wearing her fathers, #NoelDwyer, international jersey and cap. The flamboyant striker, who represented more than 20 clubs and scored more than 260 goals during his lengthy playing career, including for the national side, died last month at the age of 72 following a long illness. Shortly after leaving the club in 1972 he boasted: I was pulling girls every night. Shortly after leaving the club in 1972 he boasted: I was pulling girls every night. Franks ability to juggle the ball on the pitch and go past defenders at will persuaded Liverpool manager Bill Shankly to offer a then 150,000 club record to sign him. It was, he admitted, a mistake. 04:52 EST 23 Mar 2021 [28] In 1972 he undertook a medical at Liverpool ahead of a proposed transfer to the club. We are seeing more great names every day battling this disease and it is important we continue to take steps to change this, for their families' sakes, for Frank's sake. In one way Frank was lucky that he was born at a time when he could have fun, enjoy himself, relax away from the game. 'This meeting should have happened 20 years ago,' said Sutton. That first touch killed the ball stone dead. He confessed to smoking cannabis and snorting cocaine through a bank note. Six of the 11 players who won the title for Burnley in 1959-60 have died with dementia while a seventh, Jimmy Robson, is also now struggling with the illness. He also refused towear shinpads on the pitch, playing with only his socks covering his ankles. Having put pen to paper, Frank failed two medicals. And the player-turned-pundit has spearheaded Sportsmail's campaign for research funding, temporary concussion substitutes and limited heading in training to protect players. Take the occasion in 1972 when Worthington nearly signed for Liverpool for what would then have been a club-record fee of 150,000. Carol Dwyer. Southampton hailed Worthington for the joy he took to the south coast in his one-year stint with the Saints. Frank Worthington was one of English football's great mavericks One of English football's great mavericks, Worthington died peacefully in hospital on March 22 at the age of 72 following a. - Advise management, executives, human resources, safety, and security professionals on a variety of employment law issues such as wage and hour, hiring and disciplinary decisions, harassment and . 'I have always known what I was about and where I was going.'. In his autobiography One Hump or Two?, which certainly wasnt a reference to camels, he wrote extensively about his sexual exploits. For other inquiries Contact Us. In 1994, his autobiographyOne Hump or Two?, detailing his various exploits. He was big, good in the air, a real presence. Tributes have poured in for footballing icon Frank Worthington, who has died aged 72 after a long battle with dementia. One Hump or Two? He had a terrific football brain, sharp as a knife. Frank's wife says 'he brought joy to so many people throughout his career and in his private life', Ally McCoist pays tribute Leicester legend Frank Worthington who has died at 72. When Frank, Willie Morgan, Mike Walsh and I went to an Elvis convention in Blackpool, Frank was even more popular than the Elvis impersonator on stage, jumping up to sing Suspicious Minds. He was my boyhood hero when he was at LCFC. Displaying some eye-raising parental priorities he said he wanted to teach Frank Junior all the tricks so he could be the greatest Casanova of all time. She was young and attractive, so what was a man supposed to do?. FORMER England striker Frank Worthington was a legend for strutting his stuff at clubs across the land and satisfying adoring fans with his keepy-uppy. Alf Ramsey and then Don Revie as England managers had a right distrust of those who thought outside their strict guidelines. We were part of a unique cohort in the Seventies that have become known subsequently as The Mavericks. Discussing potential ways of limiting the impact of heading the ball, Lineker added: 'Do you want to take heading out of the game? Worthington is perhaps best known for his most-famous goal, scored for Bolton againstIpswich at the old Burnden Park in 1979. The MPs on the Department of Culture Media and Sport select committee heard from 10 experts at the hearing on Tuesday, including Dawn Astle, the daughter of West Bromwich Albion forward, Jeff. 2,469 followers. The England star,who refused to wear shinpads during matches, was compared to George Best in terms of his footballing talent and love of women and nightclubs. He wants everyone to love him. 'It is with great sadness that we heard the news of the death of Leicester City legend Frank Worthington, who passed away on 22 March, 2021,' the Foxes tweeted. Frank Worthington was a former English footballer and striker. 'Then I tried to explain that Dad died 40-odd years ago and Mum 25 years ago. He kept a flat in Leeds so the club did not know about his nocturnal activities or that he was abusing my body by staying out late. The legendarily flamboyant former Huddersfield Town and England centre forward died last month at the age of 72 and his funeral will be held in Halifax on Friday. 'I had to remind him, as gently as I could, that he actually meant "our parents" because they were his mum and dad as well. LEGENDS of the game, footie experts and celebrity fans paid tribute to Frank on social media. Bob said: 'He asked me a couple of months back: "Do you ever see your parents at all?". When we walked back the next day, there was the car balancing on the edge of a big drop.. After the divorce came through in 1977, his expensive lifestyle which Steens excellent book The Mavericks described as shopping sprees on the Kings Road and a rapid turnover of sports cars had to be toned down a little. I used to go to a lot of pop concerts and got to meet a lot of the stars. On another occasion he was fined by Huddersfield Town for hiding exotic dancers in his hotel wardrobe before a big match. He gave Kevin Ratcliffe and Derek Mountfield a tough afternoon that day even though he was getting on. 'He will be greatly missed by everyone who loved him so much.'. Frank Stewart Worthington (23 November 1948 22 March 2021) was an English footballer who played as a forward. Every moment I've thought of Frank Worthington today has made me smile. ', Football commentatorGary Taphouse added: 'RIP Frank Worthington. Worthington won eight England caps and represented over 20 clubs in a long playing career that began with Huddersfield in 1966. In 1973 Frank married his first wife Birgitta, who had already given birth to his son Frank Junior. He only stopped wearing the medallions when his wife Carol told him 'it was beginning to look a bit naff', he earlier said. [5] His nephew Gary was also a professional footballer. Famed for his audacious skills on the pitch and his veracious partying off it, Worthington passed away peacefully in hospital in West Yorkshire yesterday, his family said.