- Born
- Died
- Birth nameJohn Byron Nelson Jr.
- Nickname
- Lord Byron
- Byron Nelson was born on February 4, 1912 in Waxahachie, Texas, USA. He was an actor, known for The Caddy (1953), Don't Hook Now (1943) and All American Swing Stars (1948). He was married to Peggy Simmons and Louise Shofner. He died on September 26, 2006 in Roanoke, Texas, USA.
- SpousesPeggy Simmons(November 15, 1986 - September 26, 2006) (his death)Louise Shofner(June 24, 1934 - October 4, 1985) (her death)
- Professional golfer.
- Inducted into World Golf Hall of Fame, 1974.
- His 1945 season is considered by many to be the greatest ever for a golfer. He had 18 victories, 11 of them consecutive; 7 second place finishes; 19 consecutive rounds under 70; and a scoring average of 68.33
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