Justin Fashanu was the first black footballer to command a £1 million transfer fee. He took his own life in 1998
FOOTBALL ICON Justin Fashanu is to be subject of a new art exhibition.
Artist Colin Yates has created the first fine art exhibition dedicated to professional football’s first openly gay player.
The exhibition, entitled Justin Fashanu – Snakes and Ladders, will be at the Blue Door Gallery in Coventry until February 14.
Amal Fashanu, Justin’s niece, will be attending a private view on February 8. The artwork, along with educational workshops, has been sponsored by The Professional Footballers’ Association.
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