It was played by Neil Fingleton who did a terrific job of playing an unusual role. He held the title for 40 years and was replaced in 2007 by Neil Fingleton, who measures 7ft 7.56ins tall. Fingleton gained many fans over the course of his career, especially in his native England. He did have spinal curvature. The cause of death was reportedly heart failure. The documentary showed other “giants” like himself and follows the advantages and challenges that extremely tall people face on a daily basis. Some basketball players who were at the top of their game, and were unstoppable at the time they played have aged badly. A politely spoken and gracious man who just happened to be a bit taller than most of us. A DOCUMENTARY is to be made about a basketball player-turned-actor who was also Britain’s tallest man. We will do Neil, his family and friends proud. Latest News. Now filmmaker Paul Stainthorpe will go behind the camera, with the support of Neil’s family, to produce a documentary about his story called Big Smooth. Posted on 16 hrs, V I P, User Since 227 months ago, User Post Count: 12,278 It's been three years since former Holy Name High School basketball star and Game of Thrones actor Neil Fingleton died at the age of 36. And I’ve got the crick in my neck to prove it. Local artist Michael D’Angelo of NinjaMoto Fabrications has created a large-scale set of 3D glasses. Directed by Paul Stainthorpe. Game of Thrones actor Neil Fingleton has died aged 36 after suffering from heart failure on Saturday (25 February) night, according to reports.. Filmmaker Paul Stainthorpe grew up in Durham, England, the hometown of Neil Fingleton, who, of course, was a beloved and towering luminary in Worcester during his years at … The character of the giant, Mag the Mighty was one such feature of the show. Game of Thrones star and UK's tallest man died at the age of 36. viper said on 10/Apr/20 42 inseam is really short for his height. Neil Fingleton. The story of a gracious man who just happened to be a bit taller than most of us. A new offer for # UNC & Roy Williams! According to multiple reports, filmmaker Paul Stainthorpe will feature the 7'7" tall, Durham, England native in the film 'Big Smooth.' MA WORCESTER Trailer Released for Documentary on Life of Neil Fingleton On what would have been Neil Fingleton’s 40th birthday, Lone Pine Pictures released the trailer for Big Smooth, a documentary on Fingleton’s life on Friday, December 18. The high scoring in-state lead guard is ranked the No. Sorry for my bad english. Maybe he was 7.10 inch tall without that curvature. Family photographs of Neil Fingleton. Now, as a tribute to his life, a … Neil Fingleton (18 December 1980 – 25 February 2017) was an English actor and basketball player. U-2: All About America's Secret Spy Plane • FULL DOCUMENTARY | Forces TV - Duration: 23:24. Lead image courtesy: Lone Pine Pictures/Facebook, Trailer Released for Documentary on Life of Neil Fingleton. The 7'7" Fingleton was named a McDonald’s High School All-American and would go on to play two seasons at the University of North Carolina before transferring to Holy Cross and coming back to Worcester. From basketball star to world record actor, Big Smooth is a documentary telling the story of Neil Fingleton. And i saw a neil fingleton documentary. 15 Famous Basketball Players Who Have Aged Badly. Rahul roy said on 5/Apr/20 Thats not neil fingleton. Artist Offers New Take on Existing POW!WOW! We did it! Standing at a sky-high 7ft 7in, Neil, 28, is Britain’s tallest man. Lone Pine Pictures. 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Rescaler 89,753 views. # BigSmoothFilm. 84, I-90 Westbound Exit in Auburn Closed Tuesday Night, No Trash Pickup Delay in Worcester on Patriots' Day, Road Construction Begins on Multiple Roads in Grafton, Northborough Police Host DEA National RX Takeback Day Site, 5 Great Ways to Spend Your Weekend in Worcester, 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - April 16, Pay-By-Plate Parking Goes Live in Canal District April 20. Support 'Big Smooth' Documentary About Neil Fingleton Mon Jun 29, 2020 From basketball star to world record actor, "Big Smooth" is a documentary telling the story of Neil Fingleton. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation announced the temporary closure of of Exit 90 (old exit 10) on I-90 westbound in Auburn. Recently, he passed away leaving us heartbroken and shattered. Fingleton, unfortunately, passed away at the age of 36 in February 2017. He helped lead the Napoleons to the 1999 District 1 Championship. Fingleton moved to the United States to attend Holy Name in Worcester at the age of 16. Now, a documentary is being made on Fingleton's life as an actor, athlete, and Britain's tallest man alive. From basketball star to world record actor, Big Smooth is a documentary telling the story of Neil Fingleton. We want everyone who watches this film to play to their strengths and question their own dreams. He graduated from Holy Cross in 2004. 84 in Sturbridge which resulted in the three fatal injuries. The tallest British man and the tallest actor in Hollywood, Neil Fingleton is no longer among us. On what would have been Neil Fingleton's 40th birthday, Lone Pine Pictures released the trailer for Big Smooth, a documentary on Fingleton's life on Friday, December 18. Neil, 7ft 7in, was in Belfast filming for HBO fantasy series Game of Thrones - in which he played Mag the Mighty - before his death. Police are investigating a crash Saturday evening on Rt. He would go on to take roles in Avengers: Age of Ultron, X-Men: First Class, and would reach a level of stardom in his role as the giant Mag the Mighty in the previously mentioned Game of Thrones on HBO. Fingleton moved to the United … Stainthorpe is still working on the film and, according to The Shields Gazette, anyone that knew Fingleton and would like to contribute to the project can contact the production team at [email protected]lonepinepictures.co.uk. 84, I-90 Westbound Exit in Auburn Closed Tuesday Night, No Trash Pickup Delay in Worcester on Patriots' Day, Road Construction Begins on Multiple Roads in Grafton, Northborough Police Host DEA National RX Takeback Day Site, 5 Great Ways to Spend Your Weekend in Worcester, 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - April 16, Pay-By-Plate Parking Goes Live in Canal District April 20. Not just that they grew old but they grew old faster than expected. The story of a politely spoken and gracious man who just happened to be a bit taller than most of us. Neil Fingleton, aged one. Worcester Mural, Police Investigating Crash Killing 3 People on Rt. Worcester Mural, Police Investigating Crash Killing 3 People on Rt. WATCH BELOW: Trailer for Big Smooth Fingleton, a Durham, England native, moved to Worcester in 1997 when he was 16-years-old. We want everyone who watches this film to play to their strengths and question their own dreams. Local artist Michael D’Angelo of NinjaMoto Fabrications has created a large-scale set of 3D glasses. With Neil Fingleton, John Hopper. ... Neil Fingleton having a laugh - Duration: 3:26. 84 in Sturbridge which resulted in the three fatal injuries. NBA. Thats someone else. Now, a documentary is being made on Fingleton's life as an actor, athlete, and Britain's tallest man alive. The McDonald's High School All-American would go on to play two seasons at the University of North Carolina before transferring to Holy Cross and coming back to Worcester. So grateful. In 2007, Neil was featured in the documentary Superhuman: Giants, like himself, for obvious reasons. Neil Fingleton is definitely the kind of guy you can look up to. Let’s gooo! Hanov said on 7/Apr/20 Only 2 cm taller than 229 cm Bradley but with bad proportions. Neil Fingleton, a Game of Thones star, ex-sportsman and Britain’s tallest man, has died aged 36. by Patrick Sargent | December 19, 2020 On what would have been Neil Fingleton's 40th birthday, Lone Pine Pictures released the trailer for Big Smooth, a documentary on Fingleton's life on Friday, December 18. https://www.featureworld.co.uk/tallest-woman-appears-on-bbc-pointless Fingleton graduated from Holy Cross in 2004. Worcester Ranked Among 20 Best Cities to Get Stoned in U.S. 5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester - April 15, 'Fraud Alert' Issued for COVID Funeral Reimbursement Scams, Worcester Fire Dept., Red Cross Install Free Smoke Alarms, Two Men Arrested in Worcester for Assault with Paintballs, Shrewsbury Police Launch New Tips, Communication Platform. Documentary Being Made on Holy Name Alum Neil Fingleton. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation announced the temporary closure of of Exit 90 (old exit 10) on I-90 westbound in Auburn. Fingleton, a Durham, England native, moved to Worcester in 1997 when he was 16-years-old. He was the tallest British-born man and the tallest man in the European Union at 7 ft 7.56 in (232.6 cm) in height and among the 25 tallest men in the world. After college, Fingleton worked with actor Warwick Davis [Willow, Harry Potter] to learn the professional acting trade. 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