Ernie Barnes

Ernie Barnes
Barnes in 1974
Born
Ernest Eugene Barnes Jr.

(1938-07-15)July 15, 1938
DiedApril 27, 2009(2009-04-27) (aged 70)
Occupation(s)American artist, football player, actor
Height6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Spouses
  • Bernadine Gradney (1984–2009)
  • Andrea Burnett (1957–1965)
  • Janet Thaleen Norton (1965–1983)
ChildrenDeidre Barnes
Paige Barnes
Sean Barnes
Erin Barnes
Michael Barnes

Ernest Eugene Barnes Jr. (July 15, 1938 – April 27, 2009) was an American artist, well known for his unique style of elongated characters and movement. He was also a professional football player, actor and author.