"Former Cowboys Star Golden Richards Dies at 73"

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"Former Cowboys Star Golden Richards Dies at 73"
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Golden Richards, former Dallas Cowboys wide receiver and Super Bowl champion, passed away at the age of 73 due to congestive heart failure. Known for his speed and deep threat ability, Richards had a memorable moment in Super Bowl XII, catching a 29-yard touchdown pass to help secure the Cowboys' victory. After retiring from the NFL, he struggled with alcoholism, drug addiction, and health issues, including Parkinson's disease and multiple surgeries.

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