Willie Simms
Horse Jockey

Willie Simms Net Worth

He earned an estimated $2 million in purses during his career and his salary was estimated to be around $100,000 per year. Willie Simms was a Hall of Fame American horse jockey who was born in 1870 and won the 1896 Kentucky Derby. He had an estimated net worth of $35 million and earned an estimated $2 million in purses during his career. His salary was estimated to be around $100,000 per year.
Willie Simms is a member of Horse Jockey

Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day January 16, 1870
Birth Place Georgia
Age 149 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Capricorn

💰 Net worth: $35 million (2024)

About

Hall of fame American horse jockey who was an early star in the sport and won the 1896 Kentucky Derby.

Before Fame

He began racing at the age of 17.

Trivia

He won 1,125 races during his career which, while small by today's standards was phenomenal during the 19th century.

Family Life

He was born and raised in Augusta, Georgia.

Associated With

He was a forerunner to future stars such as Willie Shoemaker.

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