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Dabo Swinney
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Born
November 20, 1969
Birth Place
Birmingham
Nationality
American
Sun Sign
Scorpio
Also Known As
William Christopher Swinney
Famous As
American Football Coach
Education
University of Alabama
Notable Alumni
University Of Alabama--Birmingham
Spouse(s)
Kathleen Bassett
Children
Clay Swinney, Drew Swinney, Will Swinney
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