Salata Paul Vedic birth chart profile
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Salata Paul

Remembering (Oct 16, 2021)

October 17, 1926 · Belvedere, California
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Moon Sign
Aquarius
Sun Sign
Libra
Ascendant
Taurus
Nakshatra
Shatabhisha
Birth Star
Founder/ originatorSports ChampionshipNFL Player(Football)EntertainmentBuilding TradesSportsActorFamily Business
Biography

Who is Salata Paul?

American football wide receiver in the National Football League (NFL), the All-America Football Conference (AAFC) and Canadian Football League (CFL). After his college football days at USC, Salata played for the AAFC/NFLs San Francisco 49ers (1949–1950) and the AAFCs Baltimore Colts (1950). He also played three final seasons in Canada; with the CFLs Calgary Stampeders (1952), where he was an all-star, and with the Ottawa Rough Riders (1953). In later years, Salata became known for creating the Mr. Irrelevant Award in the NFL Draft, awarded annually to the last overall pick in the years draft. After retiring from football, he joined his familys Southern California construction business. He has also acted in a number of Hollywood movies. He played Tony Minelli in Angels in the Outfield (1951) and appeared, uncredited, in the 1953 film Stalag 17 as a prisoner. Salata died in Newport Beach, California on 16 October 2021, one day before his 95th birthday. Link to Wikipedia biography
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Update at: Aug 6, 2026

Salata Paul (Paul Salata) – Public Profile

Born: October 17, 1926, in Belvedere, United States

News

  • 2020: Public reports noted the passing of Paul Salata, a former USC football star and the founder of the Mr. Irrelevant award, at the age of 94. His death was reported by outlets covering college football and NFL history, highlighting his lasting impact on the draft culture and alumni engagement.

Social Media Details

There are no widely verified official social media profiles for Paul Salata. Any existing accounts are not formally linked to him and are typically fan pages or tribute pages; no confirmed public profiles are associated with his name.

Recent Projects

  • Founder of the Mr. Irrelevant Award (started in 1976), recognizing the last pick in the NFL Draft and turning a late-round pick into a recognizably positive spotlight.
  • Active promoter and ambassador for USC football heritage and alumni programs, helping connect former players with broader football culture.
  • Involvement in events and initiatives celebrating college football history and its contributors, particularly those tied to the Rose Bowl era and USC legacy.

Other Information

  • Early career: Played college football at the University of Southern California (USC) as a football end in the 1940s, contributing to USC''s program before pursuing professional routes and promotional endeavors.
  • Legacy: Best known for creating and sustaining the Mr. Irrelevant tradition, a lasting part of NFL Draft lore that highlights the humorous and human side of football history while honoring perseverance and dedication.

Which dasha periods did Salata Paul live through?

VIMSHOTTARI

Vimshottari dasha periods recorded for Salata Paul, in order.

PREVIOUSJan 11, 2026 - Mar 1, 2026
Mars / Jupiter / Rahu

What do Salata Paul's numerology numbers say?

Salata Paul's core numbers are Life Path 9, Destiny 4, Soul Urge 1, Personality 3, Kabbalah Number 5, Birth 8.

Life Path
9

Chaldean Life Path 9 is Mars-in-service—courage with compassion. It indicates completion, humanitarian work, and lessons in letting go and higher purpose.

Destiny
4

Chaldean Destiny 4 indicates practical building through discipline and systems. It supports operations, engineering, execution, and stable long-term progress.

Soul Urge
1

Chaldean Soul 1 desires independence and self-respect. It seeks inner strength, autonomy, and the freedom to lead from within.

Personality
3

Chaldean Personality 3 appears expressive, social, and creative. Others often see charm, optimism, and communication skills.

Kabbalah Number
5

Kabbalah Number 5 reflects an inner spiritual code of change and freedom. It supports adaptability, exploration, and growth through experience.

Birth
8

Discover Birth Number 8 in Vedic astrology: its traits, destiny, career tendencies, relationships, and Saturn's influence shaping wealth, power, and transformation.

Life Events & Planetary Transits

Key events mapped against the active Dasha and planetary transits at the time.

1952
Career
Prize 1952 (CFL All-Star)
2021
Death
Death, Cause unspecified 16 October 2021 (Age 94)
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