William Brodie Net Worth

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William Brodie was an 18th century English criminal who was born in September 28, 1741. He was a cabinet maker by day and a thief by night, using his job to create copies of keys and rob his clients. His double life as a criminal and a respected Edinburgh City Councilor has made him a famous example of someone who was able to live a life of crime without being caught. His net worth and salary are unknown.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day	September 28, 1741
Birth Place	England
Age	278 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign	Libra

💰 Net worth: $100K - $1M

About

18th century English criminal who famously used his job as a cabinet maker to create copies of keys and rob his clients. Due to his status as an Edinburgh City Councilor, he is often cited as an example of someone who lived a double life.

Before Fame

He learned the art of cabinet-making from his father and soon became one of the most respected craftsman in Edinburgh.

Trivia

His secret criminal lifestyle inspired author Robert Louis Stevenson to write the classic book The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.

Family Life

He had five children with two different mistresses.

Associated With

He was played by actor Billy Connolly in a TV movie called Deacon Brodie.

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