Sunderland's Player of the Century has died aged 87 - but we will always have these amazing memories
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00:00 Rest in peace Charlie Hurley. The legend has died aged 87.
00:06 But we will remember him as the fearless centre-half who graced the Roker Park pitch from 1957 to 1969.
00:16 He made 400 appearances, scored 26 goals and was chosen as Sunderland's Player of the Century in 1979.
00:26 He was still a fan's favourite when he was moved to tears as the supporters at the Stadium of Light rose to greet him on his 80th birthday in 2016.
00:38 Charlie will forever be known as the King on Wearside.
00:42 If you have memories of watching him play or meeting him, email chris.cordner@nationalworld.com to tell us more.