Kenny Jackett Obituary, Cause of Death – What Happened to the Former Football Manager?
Former Wales international footballer and manager Kenny Jackett died on June 11, 2026, at the age of 64. His death was announced by the League Managers Association and was followed by tributes from Watford, Wolves, Millwall and other clubs he served.
Cause of death: His specific cause of death has not been publicly confirmed. Jackett had stepped down from his role as Gillingham’s director of football in November 2024 for medical reasons, but reliable reports have not identified the illness or condition that led to his death.
Jackett was born in Watford in 1962 and spent his entire playing career with Watford, making 428 appearances and earning 31 caps for Wales. He later became a successful manager, leading Swansea City, Millwall and Wolverhampton Wanderers to promotion, among other managerial roles.
His former clubs remembered him as a highly respected manager and a major figure in English football.
