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Explore Captain William Bill Pinkney Death, Age, Biography & Obituary

Family and friends are mourning the loss of Chicagoan Captain William Pinkney, affectionately known as “Captain Bill,” on Thursday evening.

Pinkney passed away on Thursday morning from injuries he suffered after falling down a flight of stairs a days ago.

He was the first African-American to sail around the world solo in a 22-month journey from 1990 to 1992.

His ex-wife told ABC7 he was in Atlanta, working on a project for National Geographic. She says he will be deeply missed.

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Arica Deslauriers

Update: 2024-05-22