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Mike Ditka, the Pro Football Hall of Fame tight end and legendary head coach of the Chicago Bears, has died at the age of 86. His family confirmed his passing in a statement on October 9, 2026. Ditka is celebrated as one of only two individuals to win a Super Bowl as a player, assistant coach, and head coach. He rose to fame as a standout tight end for the Bears and Dallas Cowboys before leading the 1985 Chicago Bears to a Super Bowl XX victory. Beyond football, he was a prominent media personality, restaurateur, and occasional political figure known for his conservative views and 'Iron Mike' persona.
Mike Ditka, the Pro Football Hall of Fame tight end and legendary head coach of the Chicago Bears, has died at the age of 86. His family confirmed his passing in a statement on October 9, 2026. Ditka is celebrated as one of only two individuals to win a Super Bowl as a player, assistant coach, and head coach. He rose to fame as a standout tight end for the Bears and Dallas Cowboys before leading the 1985 Chicago Bears to a Super Bowl XX victory. Beyond football, he was a prominent media personality, restaurateur, and occasional political figure known for his conservative views and 'Iron Mike' persona.