Billy Walters (gambler), Date of Birth, Place of Birth

Billy Walters (gambler)

Date of Birth: 15-Jul-1946

Place of Birth: Munfordville, Kentucky, United States

Profession: businessperson, gambler

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

William T.
"Billy" Walters (born July 15, 1946) is an American entrepreneur, philanthropist, and retired professional gambler widely regarded as among the most successful sports bettors in Las Vegas, having a winning streak which extended for over 30 years. Walters grew up poor in the rural town of Munfordville, Kentucky.
His father, an auto mechanic, died when Walters was 18 months old.
He was raised by his grandmother in a home with no running water or indoor plumbing.
His mother, who was an alcoholic, walked out on her son and two daughters shortly after his father's death.In 1987, Walters stopped all gambling other than sports betting and returned to his roots in business.
Today, his holding company owns interests in eight car dealerships with one under construction, one golf course on the Las Vegas Strip, a rental-car franchise and a number of commercial properties.