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Vince Papale
American football player
- Born1946
- Known asAmerican football player
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How old is Vince Papale?
80 years old1
Vince Papale is 80 years old. He was born on February 9, 1946.
- Wikipedia: Vince Papale, revision of Sep 20, 2026
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- Known for: American football player (born 1946)
- Born: February 9, 1946
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Career Highlights
- Vincent Francis Papale is an American former professional football player who was a wide receiver in the National Football League (NFL).
- He played three seasons with the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles, primarily on special teams, following two seasons with the Philadelphia Bell of the World Football League (WFL).
- Papale's story was the inspiration behind the 2006 film Invincible in which he was played by Mark Wahlberg.
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Vince Papale comes up in these episodes:
- MyShowNotes ✓ Best Gatorade Flavors! | Are You Garbage Comedy Podcast w/ Kevin Ryan & H. Foley: Friends were extras in Invincible, and one host went out for a cheerleader part and got turned down. Papale’s own open tryout with the Eagles is the punchline. (1:02:45)
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Who is Vince Papale?
Vincent Francis Papale is an American former professional football player who was a wide receiver in the National Football League (NFL).
Where does Vince Papale come up on MyShowNotes?
1 episode so far. See the list above.