Passed away age 64.
May he Rest in Peace.
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Re: RIP Kenny Jackett
Just seen that Bill!
Very sad news mate!
Doesn't seem that long ago that I spoke to him at a Development game!
Rest in Peace..
From the Club:
'THE club is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Kenny Jackett at the age of 64.
Jackett was Ian Holloway’s assistant between 2001 and 2004, playing a vital role in the
club reaching the 2003 play-off final before securing automatic promotion to the second
tier the following year.
A further tribute to Kenny will be made in due course.
The club’s thoughts are with Kenny’s family and friends at this difficult time. May he rest
in peace.
Below is the official statement from the League Managers Association:
Kenny Jackett: January 1962 – June 2026
On behalf of his family, the LMA is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Kenny Jackett,
who died yesterday (Thursday) at the age of 64.
Reflecting on Kenny Jackett’s contribution to the game, LMA Chief Executive Richard Bevan said:
“Kenny stands as one of the most respected managers to have plied their trade in the EFL, a
hugely capable leader whose work across four decades has left a lasting influence on the many
players, coaches and colleagues who benefitted from his guidance.
“He embodied everything we like to see in a manager, humility, professionalism and a deep care
for his players and staff. He improved every club he served and did so with quiet dignity throughout
his career.
From his first role at Watford to his final role at Gillingham, Kenny’s work was characterised by an
incredible sense of responsibility to his teams and to the game itself. Kenny is a huge loss to all that
knew and loved him.
Our thoughts are with his wife Samantha, sons David and Ryan, and all of his family and friends,
who join us in mourning.”
Very sad news mate!
Doesn't seem that long ago that I spoke to him at a Development game!
Rest in Peace..
From the Club:
'THE club is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Kenny Jackett at the age of 64.
Jackett was Ian Holloway’s assistant between 2001 and 2004, playing a vital role in the
club reaching the 2003 play-off final before securing automatic promotion to the second
tier the following year.
A further tribute to Kenny will be made in due course.
The club’s thoughts are with Kenny’s family and friends at this difficult time. May he rest
in peace.
Below is the official statement from the League Managers Association:
Kenny Jackett: January 1962 – June 2026
On behalf of his family, the LMA is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Kenny Jackett,
who died yesterday (Thursday) at the age of 64.
Reflecting on Kenny Jackett’s contribution to the game, LMA Chief Executive Richard Bevan said:
“Kenny stands as one of the most respected managers to have plied their trade in the EFL, a
hugely capable leader whose work across four decades has left a lasting influence on the many
players, coaches and colleagues who benefitted from his guidance.
“He embodied everything we like to see in a manager, humility, professionalism and a deep care
for his players and staff. He improved every club he served and did so with quiet dignity throughout
his career.
From his first role at Watford to his final role at Gillingham, Kenny’s work was characterised by an
incredible sense of responsibility to his teams and to the game itself. Kenny is a huge loss to all that
knew and loved him.
Our thoughts are with his wife Samantha, sons David and Ryan, and all of his family and friends,
who join us in mourning.”