Bobby Fischer

famous, inventor, writer, hall of fame

Real/Birth Name:

Robert James Fischer

Also Known As:

Robert D. James

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

March 9, 1943

Death Date:

January 17, 2008

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Pisces ♓ - the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20

Birth Place:

Chicago, Illinois, USA

Brief Facts:

Chess champion, in 1972 became the only American chessplayer to become the official World Chess Champion. His title was taken away in 1975. Lived in Hungary and Japan and Iceland, which granted him citizenship. Died in Iceland. Vocal anti-American and anti-Semitic statements. Invented a new type of digital chess clock. Books My 60 Memorable Games, Bobby Fischer Teaches Chess. Considered the greatest chess player who ever lived. United States Chess Hall of Fame 1985.