Age, Biography and Wiki
| Birth Day | March 5, 1836 |
| Birth Place | Illinois |
| Age | 183 YEARS OLD |
| Birth Sign | Pisces |
Net worth: $15 Million (2024)
in 2024. Known for his significant contributions to the development of the American cattle industry, Charles Goodnight amassed his wealth through decades of hard work and dedication. As a renowned rancher and cowboy, Goodnight played a pivotal role in establishing cattle ranches and improving cattle breeding techniques. His astute business acumen and relentless pursuit of excellence in the industry propelled him to great success. With a net worth of $15 million in 2024, Goodnight's legacy as a pioneer in the American ranching world remains ingrained in the rich history of the American West.
About
Remembered for herding Texas Longhorns and bison, this western rancher was immortalized in author Larry McMurtry's Pulitzer-Prize winning historical novel Lonesome Dove.
Before Fame
A native of Macoupin County, Illinois, he later relocated to Texas and fought for the Confederacy during the American Civil War.
Trivia
His home near Amarillo, Texas was restored and included in the National Register of Historic Places.
Family Life
Following the death of his first wife, Mary Ann Dyer Goodnight, he married his cousin Corinne Goodnight.
Associated With
He was highly praised by his contemporary and friend, Texas writer and journalist James Frank Dobie.
