Billy Mehlhorn

Golfer

Birthday December 2, 1898

Birth Sign Sagittarius

Birthplace Illinois

DEATH DATE Apr 5, 1989 (90)

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About

Winner of 20 PGA Tours, who also wrote the popular book Golf Secrets Exposed.

Before Fame

He developed his signature cowboy-hat look before turning pro at 22.

Trivia

He was on the inaugural Masters Tour in 1934, but he didn't win it or any of the other major tours he was on.

Family Life

He fathered four daughters with his wife, Virginia.

Associated With

He once finished second to Walter Hagen, the closest he ever got to a major tour victory.