Former Blackburn player Tony Parkes diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease
The 70-year-old made 350 appearances for Rovers between 1970-1982 and was also caretaker manager on six separate occasions at Ewood Park and once for Blackpool
www.mirror.co.ukI’ll summarize the latest widely reported news about Tony Parkes.
- Tony Parkes, long associated with Blackburn Rovers as a player and coach, has been reported by multiple outlets as having died at age 76. The reports describe him as a Blackburn Rovers legend and note tributes from the club and colleagues.[1][2]
- The coverage highlights his role in Blackburn’s 1995 Premier League title-winning season and his many years on the club’s coaching staff, including several caretaker stints.[2][1]
- Reactions of condolences have come from Blackburn Rovers, Blackpool and others connected to his career, with references to a planned tribute at a forthcoming match (as reported by Express and Independent).[1][2]
Notes:
- Some outlets that covered the news include Express (UK) and The Independent, both citing Blackburn Rovers’ confirmation and tributes.[2][1]
- There are older articles about Tony Parkes’ battle with Alzheimer’s disease from 2020 that are sometimes referenced in relation to his later years, but the most current news centers on his passing.[3]
Would you like me to pull the latest official club statements or arrange a brief obituary snapshot with key dates and tributes? I can also look up any specific tributes or upcoming memorials if you’d like.