Who is JPR Williams: Biography, Cause of Death Age, Net Worth and more.

Rugby legend known by the moniker JPR was born as John Peter Rhys Williams, a Welsh rugby union player, represented Wales in international rugby during their Golden Era in the 1970s. He played full back, known for his aggressive attacking style, with long sideburns and socks around his ankles. Williams’ preferred position was flanker, where he played for Tondu at the end of his career.

JPR Williams Biography

John Peter Rhys Williams was a Welsh rugby union player who represented Wales in international rugby during their Golden Era in the 1970s. Born in Bridgend, Wales, he was educated at Bridgend Boys’ Grammar School and Millfield School in Somerset. Williams was also a successful tennis player at youth level, winning the 1966 British Junior title at Wimbledon.

Williams moved from tennis to rugby union, an amateur sport, to pursue a career in medicine. He was first capped by Wales in 1969 at 19 and went on to earn 55 caps for Wales, five as captain, and eight for the British Isles (the British Lions). He played club rugby for Bridgend, London Welsh, and Tondu, and also played a few games for Natal shortly after the 1974 Lions tour.

Williams was a key player in a Welsh side that won Grand Slams in 1971, 1976, and 1978 and is particularly remembered for his record against England. He scored five tries in 10 tests between Wales and England and was never on the losing side. He was also outstanding for the Lions, winning the 1971 series against New Zealand with a long-range drop goal.

Williams chose not to go on the 1977 British Lions tour to New Zealand, choosing instead to focus on his medical career. He retired from international rugby union in 1981 and continued playing club rugby for years, playing for Bridgend and Tondu Thirds into his fifties.

JPR Williams Age

Sadly died at the age of 79 years.

JPR Williams Nationality

Welsh

JPR Williams Death

JPR Williams, a rugby player who represented Wales and the British Lions, passed away on January 8, 2024, after battling bacterial meningitis. His family announced his death at the University Hospital of Wales, surrounded by his wife and four children. The British & Irish Lions paid tribute to the legend, calling him one of the greatest ever Lions.

Williams’ death leaves a significant void in rugby, but his legacy continues to inspire many, with some still following in his footsteps. The family requests privacy during this difficult time.

JPR Williams Parents

He was born to Margaret Williams and Peter Williams.

JPR Williams Siblings

Mike Williams, Phil Williams, and Chris Williams are his siblings as reported.

JPR Williams Wife

JPR Williams was married to Scilla.

JPR Williams Children

From his marriage with Scilla, JPR shares 4 wonderful kids namely, Lauren, Annie, and Peter.

JPR Williams Net Worth

JPR Williams was a highly experienced player who had an estimated net worth of $500,000-1 million before he died in 2024. His annual earnings during his prime were around $100,000, with a projected earnings of $200,000.

JPR Williams Career

William Williams, a former rugby union player, transitioned from tennis to rugby union to pursue a career in medicine. He was first capped by Wales in 1969 at 19, and earned 55 caps for Wales, five as captain, and eight for the British Isles (the British Lions). Williams played club rugby for Bridgend, London Welsh, and Tondu, and also played for Natal. He was a key player in a Welsh side that won Grand Slams in 1971, 1976, and 1978 and is remembered for his record against England.

He was also outstanding for the Lions, winning the 1971 series against New Zealand with a long-range drop goal. Williams was involved in the build-up of the famous 1973 Barbarians try against New Zealand. He chose not to go on the 1977 British Lions tour to New Zealand, focusing on his medical career. Williams retired from international rugby union in 1981 and continued playing club rugby for years, playing for Bridgend and Tondu Thirds into his fifties.

 

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