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Jacques Rogge

Acting
79 years oldGhent, Belgium

Biography

Jacques Jean Marie, Count Rogge (2 May 1942 – 29 August 2021) was a Belgian sports administrator, former athlete, and physician, who served as the eighth president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) from 2001 to 2013. In 2013, Rogge became the IOC's honorary president, a lifetime position, which he held until his death from Parkinson's disease in August 2021.

Personal Details

Born
May 2, 1942 - August 29, 2021 (age 79)
Gender
Male
Place of Birth
Ghent, Belgium
Known For
Acting

Also Known As

Jacques Jean Marie, Count Rogge