Bill Rodgers, American runner

William Henry Rodgers is an American runner, Olympian, and former record holder in the marathon. Rodgers is best known for his four victories in both the Boston Marathon, including three straight from 1978 to 1980, and 4 straight wins in the New York City Marathon, between 1976 and 1979.

December 23 is the 357th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; eight days remain until the end of the year.