NFL Legend 'Mean' Joe Greene Is Alive, Steelers Say, After Death Hoax Circulates Online
The false reports claiming Greene had died began circulating Friday on social media
Former Steeler Joe Greene Credit: Getty NEED TO KNOW Former Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle Joe Greene is alive, despite false reports claiming he had died The Steelers confirmed to PEOPLE that Greene, 79, is alive The hoax began with a post on X and quickly gained traction 'Mean' Joe Greene is alive, the Pittsburgh Steelers said, after a post circulating on social media had fans thinking he had died. The Steelers said in a statement to PEOPLE on Friday, March 20, that Greene, 79, "did not die. " NFL insider John McClain also confirmed the former Steeler is alive and well, saying on Friday that he spoke to Greene's family.
"Fortunately, Joe Greene has NOT died. I got that from his family. That report was fake news," McClain said, adding, "Joe is doing great!!!
" The rumor began circulating on social media on Friday morning when an account posted , "This day keeps getting worse!! R. I.
P. Mean Joe Greene!!! " Former Steeler Joe Greene on Nov.