NFL icon Joe Greene, 79, was declared dead on social media, but the Pittsburgh Steelers and his family have denied the reports. The rumors began circulating on social media last week, reportedly sparked by a post from an American businessman with around 100,000 followers on X. According to reports, the Steelers confirmed to TMZ that the reports were false, and the family has also refuted the claims.
Greene played for the Pittsburgh Steelers from 1969 to 1981 and was a coach for the club from 1987 to 1991. He won four Super Bowls and is considered one of the best defensive linemen in history. The Steelers have retired his jersey number 75 and inducted him into the club's Hall of Fame.