Manny Fernandez: key obituary facts
Is Manny Fernandez dead? Yes. Manny Fernandez died on May 24, 2026, at age 79.
Cause of death: Manny Fernandez's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Manny Fernandez known for?
He was an American football player.
More about Manny Fernandez
Born: 3 July 1946.
Place of birth: Oakland.
Gender: male.
Nationality: United States.
Education: San Lorenzo High School.
Also known as: Manuel Jose Fernandez.
Manny Fernandez, the American football player who played for the Miami Dolphins, died on May 26, 2026.
He was 79. Born in Oakland, California, on July 3, 1946, Fernandez was a defensive lineman for eight seasons with Miami and appeared in three consecutive Super Bowls for the team.
He played college football for Utah after attending San Lorenzo High School and Chabot Junior College.