Bruce Bentley
Australian rules footballer (1944–2026)
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Bruce Edward Bentley (9 September 1944 – 30 January 2026) was an Australian rules footballer who played with Carlton in the Victorian Football League (VFL).[1] His father, Perce Bentley, also played and coached in the VFL. Bruce Bentley died on 30 January 2026, at the age of 81.[2]
Fullname
Bruce Edward Bentley
Born
9 September 1944
Died
30 January 2026 (aged 81)
Original team
East Brighton
| Bruce Bentley | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal information | |||
| Full name | Bruce Edward Bentley | ||
| Born | 9 September 1944 | ||
| Died | 30 January 2026 (aged 81) | ||
| Original team | East Brighton | ||
| Height | 183 cm (6 ft 0 in) | ||
| Weight | 79 kg (174 lb) | ||
| Position | Midfielder | ||
| Playing career | |||
| Years | Club | Games (Goals) | |
| 1964 | Carlton | 1 (0) | |
| Sources: AFL Tables, AustralianFootball.com | |||