Marshall Taylor
Cyclist

Marshall Taylor Net Worth

Marshall Taylor is a legendary Cyclist who has a net worth of $1 Million. He was born in Indianapolis in November 26, 1878 and is the first African American to win a world championship in his sport and only the second black man to ever win a world championship in any sport. Taylor's success has made him a household name and his legacy will live on for generations to come.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day November 26, 1878
Birth Place Indianapolis, IN
Age 141 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Sagittarius

💰 Net worth: $1 Million (2024)

About

Cyclist who was the first African American to win a world championship in his sport and only the second black man to ever win a world championship in any sport.

Before Fame

He competed in his first amateur cycling event at 13, and won his first at age 15 - facing 'hoots' because of his race.

Trivia

Facing strong discrimination at home, he chose to begin his racing career for Austria and New Zealand, beating the champions of Europe in many of his 40 wins.

Family Life

He was born on a farm in rural Indiana, his father Gilbert Taylor was a Civil War veteran.

Associated With

He could be called the Jackie Robinson of cycling, breaking the color barrier of a previously all-white sport.

About the author

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