John Blankenstein
Dutch football referee (1949-2006) · Netherlands · On the map · Died at 57
John Blankenstein was a Dutch football referee and gay rights activist. He was notable for being one of the first homosexual athletes to come out in the Netherlands.
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About this person
Country
Netherlands
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1949 to 2006 · aged 57