Ex-Premier League referee who died aged 65 passes on seven-figure fortune

Ex-Premier League referee who died aged 65 passes on seven-figure fortuneUriah Rennie - who made history as the Premier League's first black referee - died last year at the age of 65, leaving behind a seven-figure fortune for his familyCommentsSportAaron Morris Senior Sports Reporter19:31, 16 Apr 2026Updated 19:33, 16 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesUriah Rennie died at 65 last year(Image: PA)Uriah Rennie left a £1.3million fortune for his children when he died at 65 last year. The former Premier League official did not leave a will, and as a result, his wealth was automatically passed on to his partner and two children.‌The Premier League's first-ever black official, Rennie sadly passed away in a hospital in Sheffield in June after "privately battling" cancer. He joined the loist of match officials in 1994 before becoming the first black referee to oversee a game at the level during Derby County's 1997 clash with Wimbledon.‌Throughout his career, Rennie oversaw more than 300 matches in total, including 175 in the English top flight. Now, 10 months after his passing, documents have revealed the staggering sum of £1.28m he left to his family.‌READ MORE: Uriah Rennie death: Iconic referee's private health battle revealed after passing away aged 65READ MORE: Uriah Rennie dead: 'True inspiration' Premier League referee dies aged 65 as tributes pour inHis partner Jayne and his two children will receive the money. In a statement after his death, Jayne and Rennie's older brother Glenroy said: "Our family have appreciated all the support from the nursing teams from Northern General and Weston Park Hospitals, plus close family and friends during the past few weeks at such a difficult time. Uri will be so very sadly missed."Rennie retired from refereeing in 2005 and campaigned for a number of causes - including equality and inclusion in sport, as well as mental health support. He then became the Chancellor of Sheffield Hallam Univer...