Hank Aaron Leaves Inspiring Legacy
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For UBS marketing purposes Henry Louis "Hank" Aaron, the Hall of Fame slugger whose 755 career home runs long stood as baseball's golden mark, has died. He was 86. (UBS) Athletes and Entertainers Hank Aaron leaves inspiring legacy 25 January 2021, 2:47 pm CET, written by UBS Editorial Team Hank Aaron, one of baseball’s greatest all-around players, died Friday, aged 86, leaving behind an inspiring legacy. Many will likely remember Aaron’s composure and grace as he endured racist threats during his pursuit of Babe Ruth’s home run record, as much as his numerous achievements on the diamond. As well as being a 25-time All-Star, an MVP and a three-time Gold Glove, Aaron ended his career as Major League Baseball’s all-time home run leader with 755. He had taken the crown from the New York Yankees' great Babe Ruth and later lost it to San Francisco Giants legend Barry Bonds. President of The Players Alliance, and former Major League All-Star outfielder, Curtis Granderson stated that "we lost one of our game’s greatest icons, Hank Aaron. A devoted civil rights activist, his lasting impact will forever be measured well beyond his “Hammerin’ Hank” home run swing." "On behalf of the players that make up the Alliance, we owe a debt of gratitude for all Hank Aaron did for our game and our country’s movement toward equality. We send our deepest condolences to his family in the wake of his passing," Granderson said. The Players Alliance, made-up of over 100 black current and former professional baseball players, united to use their collective voice and platform to create increased opportunities for the black community in every aspect of baseball and beyond. UBS is an advisor to The Players Alliance, providing the organization and members with financial education and guidance to help them achieve their goals. "As we reflect on the loss of a legend both on and off the field, we are focused on supporting The Players Alliance to further Hank’s message among the community he was so passionate about. We look forward to extending our resources For UBS marketing purposes to the organization and it’s members to help continue to empower and impact our future generations," Ryne Kirby, UBS Advisor to The Players Alliance said. Off the field, Aaron was an activist for civil rights, having been a victim of racial inequalities, and was an inspiration for many within The Players Alliance. During the buildup to his passing of Ruth's home run mark, threats were made on his life by people who did not want to see a black man break the home run record. Over the years, Aaron would be praised for his quiet resolve and dignity in the face of the threats. He would dine with international heads of state and every sitting president from Gerald Ford to Barack Obama, but the negative response from so many of his countrymen was a scar he would carry for the rest of his life, according to ESPN. Wale Ogunleye, UBS Head of Sports and Entertainment, (and former NFL Pro-Bowler), said "It saddens me deeply to hear of the loss of my hero, Hank Aaron. Sometimes we use the words 'pioneer' and 'icon' too freely, but in his case, the words ring true to his life and legacy." "I say confidently that without Hammerin’ Hank Aaron, many other athletes and I would not be in the positions we are today. His fight for human rights, decency and equality cements him in our country’s history as an America Hero," Ogunleye said. Aaron played in the majors for 23 years from 1954 to 1976. He played for the Milwaukee and Atlanta Braves and finished his career with the Milwaukee Brewers. Aaron was enshrined in the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1982, receiving 97.8% approval in his first year on the ballot. In 1999, MLB created the Hank Aaron Award, given annually to the best hitter in both the AL and NL. In a special UBS white paper, eight athletes and entertainers share their stories on wealth and legacy. Creating a legacy is certainly something Hank Aaron did, with words and actions that matter, changing the world beyond just sports. A UBS Financial Advisor can help you make smart decisions every step of the way. Main contributor: Joe Melvin IS2100389 Important information: https://www.ubs.com/global/en/wealth-management/our-approach/marketnews/disclaimer.html The product documentation, i.e. the prospectus and/or the key information document (KID), if any, may be available upon request at UBS Switzerland AG, Bahnhofstrasse 45, 8001 Zurich/Switzerland. Before investing in a product please read the latest prospectus and key information document (KID) carefully and thoroughly. © 2021 UBS Switzerland AG. The key symbol and UBS are among the registered and unregistered trademarks of UBS. All rights reserved..