who was roberto clemente

Roberto Clemente was a Puerto Rican professional baseball player, widely regarded as one of the greatest of all time. He played 18 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB), exclusively for the Pittsburgh Pirates as a right fielder. Born on August 18, 1934, in Carolina, Puerto Rico, Clemente was known for his exceptional hitting, fielding, and throwing abilities. He won four National League batting titles, 12 consecutive Gold Glove Awards, was a 15-time All-Star, and was named the National League Most Valuable Player (MVP) in 1966. Clemente also helped lead the Pirates to two World Series championships and was the World Series MVP in 1971. Clemente was the first Latin American and Caribbean player to achieve major milestones like 3,000 career hits and to be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1973, shortly after his tragic death in a plane crash. He died on December 31, 1972, while on a humanitarian mission to deliver aid to earthquake victims in Nicaragua. Beyond his baseball achievements, he was celebrated for his charitable work and advocacy for the fair treatment of Latin American players in the sport. The Roberto Clemente Award, honoring players for sportsmanship and community involvement, was named after him. In summary, Roberto Clemente is remembered both as a baseball legend and a humanitarian who left an enduring legacy in the sport and beyond.