Ron Harris (footballer) his career. Between 1 April 2009 and 1 April 2010, Harris was attempting to set a new world record in signing the most autographs within a twelve-month period. This is being done via a UK-wide tour and via the sale of signed photos online. On 19 May 2011, he was given "Special Recognition Award" in a Chelsea player of the year ceremony. Ron Harris (footballer) Ronald Edward Harris (born 13 November 1944 in Hackney, London, England), known by the nickname "Chopper", is a former English footballer who played for Chelsea in the 1960s and 1970s. Harris is widely regarded as
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