In 2018, Dwight Clark, an American professional football player, passed away with a net worth of $10 million.
Kinston, North Carolina was the birthplace of Dwight Clark in January 1957.
During his time at Clemson, he played as a wide receiver and was inducted into the Clemson Hall of Fame.
The San Francisco 49ers selected Clark as their No. 249 pick in the 1979 NFL Draft.
He was a 49ers player from 1979 to 1987.
Having been a two-time Super Bowl champion, two-time Pro Bowler, and two-time All-Pro, Clark’s #87 was retired by the San Francisco 49ers.
The play that Clark is most remembered for was “The Catch,” a touchdown catch made by him during the 1982 NFC Championship Game against the Dallas Cowboys.
The play is regarded as one of the most flawless and extraordinary in NFL and sports history.
Following his retirement, he served as general manager for the 49ers in 1998 and the Cleveland Browns from 1998 to 2002.
Dwight Clark, a patient of ALS, passed away on June 4, 2018, at the age of 61.