Hank Aaron was an exceptional outfielder who made records in history and fought against racism. He was born Henry Louis Aaron on February 5, 1934, to parents named Herbert Aaron Sr. and Estella Aaron in Mobile, Alabama.
He began his professional baseball career in the Negro Leagues in 1951 before being signed by the Milwaukee Braves in 1952, followed by his debut in 1954. Aaron set numerous records during his career, including the most home runs (755), RBIs (2,297), and total bases (6,856). He was also a 24-time All-Star, a three-time Gold Glove winner, and the National League MVP in 1957.
Who are Hank Aaron’s parents?
Herbert Aaron Sr. and Estella (Pritchett) Aaron were the parents of Hank Aaron and had six children together. They came from a needy background in Alabama, United States, and were humble and hard-working citizens of America.
Hank Aaron’s Father
Herbert Aaron Sr. was born on 24 Oct 1908 in Camden, Wilcox County, Alabama. He was a shipyard worker by profession and owned a tavern, as per findgrave.com.
Hank Aaron’s Mother
“Stella” Pritchett Aaron, also known as Estella Aaron, was born on 20 Nov 1911 in Wilcox County, Alabama. She was a busy homemaker supporting her family and her children's passion for the sport, as per findagrave.com.
Hank Aaron’s siblings
Hank Aaron had five siblings: Sarah Lee Aaron Jones (1927–1998), Gloria Delilah Aaron (1937–2004), Tommy Lee Aaron (1939–1984), Alfred Aaron (1943–1945), and James Edward Aaron (1949–2022), as per findagrave.com.
Among Aaron’s siblings, Tommy Lee Aaron (1939–1984) became a professional baseball player and coach. He played as a first baseman and left fielder in Major League Baseball.
FAQs
A. Hank Aaron's career batting average was .302.
A. Hank Aaron retired from professional baseball after the 1976 season, playing his final two seasons with the Milwaukee Brewers.
A. Hank Aaron's home run record was 755. He broke Babe Ruth's previous record of 714 home runs on April 8, 1974.
A. Hank Aaron won one World Series in 1957.
A. Hank Aaron played for two teams during his Major League Baseball career. Milwaukee / Atlanta Braves from (1954–1974) and Milwaukee Brewers from (1975–1976)
