Billy the Kid

About

Western outlaw and hero, who was shot dead at age twenty-one by sheriff Pat Garrett.

Before Fame

He earned his stay at a local hotel by working there.

Trivia

His lithe, well-dressed image and his young death contributed to his status as a legend of the American West.

Family Life

It was said that his mother was a jovial, lively woman who baked pies and took guests in, in order to make ends meet.

Associated With

Paul Newman starred in the film biography of him.