Craig Shakespeare Wife, Illness, Cancer, Cause of Death, Cancer Type, Net Worth

Craig Shakespeare Biography – Craig Shakespeare Wiki

Craig Shakespeare was an English professional footballer and coach. His coaching career began at West Brom. His other coaching roles included Leicester City, Hull, Watford, Aston Villa, Norwich and Everton. He was also assistant to Sam Allardyce during his one-game tenure as England boss.

Craig was the assistant to Claudio Ranieri for Leicester’s Premier League title-winning season in 2016. He took charge of the Foxes the following season after Ranieri’s exit and oversaw their famous win over Sevilla to reach the Champions League quarter-final in their maiden outing in the competition. He lasted less than a season before he too was dismissed.

Shakespeare was also a player for Walsall, for whom he made more than 350 appearances, Sheffield Wednesday, West Brom and Grimsby before rejoining the Baggies first as a community officer and then as academy coach following his retirement.

Craig Shakespeare Age

Craig was born on 26 October 1963, in Birmingham. He died on Thursday 1 August, 2024. He was 60 years old.

Craig Shakespeare Wife

Craig Shakespeare was married to Karen Shakespeare. They have two children, Elle and Jed.

Craig Shakespeare Family

Craig Shakespeare is survived by his wife Karen and their children, Elle and Jed. “To Craig’s wife Karen and children Elle and Jed, everyone at Leicester City Football Club extends their deepest condolences at this difficult time. Their pain is shared by all who knew, respected and loved Craig,” Leicester City said in a statement.

“The heartfelt thoughts of everyone at Aston Villa Football Club are with Craig’s wife Karen and his children Elle and Jed, at this extremely difficult time,” a club statement said.

Craig Shakespeare Death

Former Leicester manager Craig Shakespeare passed away peacefully on Thursday 1 August 2024 at the age of 60, surrounded by his family. His death was confirmed by the League Manager’s Association in a statement released on behalf of his family.

“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Craig Shakespeare, ‘SHAKEY’,” his family said in a statement. “Craig passed away peacefully this morning at home surrounded by his family.

“Whilst the family are immensely proud of his footballing achievements as both a player and a coach, to us, his family, he will always primarily be a loving and loved husband, father, son, brother and uncle.

“The loss is devastating to us all and we would ask that privacy be given at this incredibly difficult time as we try to come to terms with, and mourn, the loss of a very special person.

“The family would like to thank and acknowledge the many prayers and good wishes sent during the past few difficult months, many of which we were unable to respond to but all meant a lot to Craig and the family.”

Craig Shakespeare Cause of Death

Former Leicester City coach Craig Shakespeare was undergoing treatment for cancer in 2023, per BBC Sport, although his cause of death has not been revealed..

Craig Shakespeare Illness

Craig Shakespeare was diagnosed with cancer in 2023 and said he was receiving treatment. In October 2023, Leicester City announced that their former manager was undergoing treatment after a cancer diagnosis.

“Former Leicester City manager Craig Shakespeare has revealed that he has recently been diagnosed with cancer and is currently receiving treatment,” a club statement said at the time. “He is very grateful for the kind well-wishes he has been receiving and for the privacy that he and his family have been shown during this challenging time.”

Craig Shakespeare Cancer Type

Craig Shakespeare was diagnosed with cancer in October 2023. The cancer type was not revealed.

Craig Shakespeare Net Worth

Craig Shakespeare has an estimated net worth of £5 million in 2024.

Tributes

LMA Chairman Martin O’Neill OBE said: “Craig’s impact on the people he worked with was often spoken about by players, coaches and managers in the game. Not only because his knowledge of football and coaching was so strong, but also because his personality and warmth made people feel important and that Craig truly cared about their development and success.

“The role he played in the success of his teams should be celebrated, especially at Leicester City, who rightfully see Craig as a club stalwart who played a significant part of that unbelievable Premier League winning season and many other wonderful times throughout his three spells at the club.

“My thoughts and prayers are with Craig’s family and loved ones at this awfully sad time.”

LMA Chief Executive Richard Bevan OBE added: “Craig was loved by so many of his peers and colleagues in the LMA. Behind the talented and passionate coach, was a thoughtful and generous man. He was always happy to be supportive and share his experiences to benefit others.

“Throughout his time as an LMA member his presence was always felt and he will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are with his wife Karen and his children Jed and Elle at this incredibly difficult time.”

Nigel Pearson said: “It’s difficult to put into words how I and indeed everyone who came across or worked with Craig will feel on hearing such devastating news.

“He is without hesitation one of the most wonderfully talented, emotionally understanding, calm, balanced and outrageously funny people I’ve had the privilege of calling my friend. Safe journey to the next destination my wonderful friend. You are loved and admired by us all, and every time we think of you, a smile, smirk, chuckle or memorable occasion will come to us. We truly are the lucky ones for having known Shakey.”