Slim Pickens- Net Worth, Salary, Age, Height, Weight, Bio, Family, Career

Louis Burton Lindley Jr., famously recognized as Slim Pickens, was an American actor and rodeo performer. He gained widespread fame for his memorable roles in “Blazing Saddles” and “Dr. Strangelove.” His career largely revolved around portraying cowboy characters.

What was the Net worth of Slim Pickens?

Slim Pickens likely accumulated a significant wealth throughout his career, although he rarely discussed it. By the time of his passing, he had amassed a net worth of $2 million. The exact earnings from his various roles remain undisclosed, yet several of his films achieved considerable success at the box office.

Movies	Box Office Earning	Cast Members
1941	$94.9 million	Nancy Allen, Murry Hamilton, Lorraine Gary
One-Eyed Jacks	$4.3 million	Marlon Brando, Ben Johson, Timothy Carey
Major Dundee	$2 million	Charlton Heston,  Richard Harris

Early Years and Childhood

Louis Burton Lindley Jr., known as Slim Pickens, was born on June 29, 1919, in Kingsburg, California, USA. His parents were Louis Bert Lindley Sr. and Sally Mosher. He grew up with his brother, Samuel T. Lindley, who later became known as Easy Pickens. Slim attended Hanford High School in Hanford, California.

Early Professional Career

Slim Pickens started his horseback riding adventures at the tender age of four, quickly showcasing exceptional skills. Despite his father’s disapproval of rodeo activities, Slim developed a passion for it. To keep his father unaware of his rodeo involvement, he adopted the name Slim Pickens.

Reflecting on this decision, Slim once mentioned, “My father was opposed to rodeoing and told me he never wanted to see my name on the entry lists again.” As he contemplated a suitable pseudonym, a wise elder boy quipped, “Why don’t you call yourself Slim Pickens, ’cause that’s shore what yer prize money’ll be.”

Professional Career

Slim Pickens was renowned for his exceptional skills as a horseback rider and bucking bull rider. Transitioning from his successful rodeo career, he ventured into acting in 1946. His cinematic debut in “Smoky” proved to be a box office hit, setting the stage for his illustrious acting career.

In 1950, American actor and director William Keighley discovered Slim Pickens at a rodeo, paving the way for his role as Plank in “Rocky Mountain.” As his career progressed, Slim appeared in a variety of films, including “The Last Musketeer,” “Iron Mountain Trail,” “One-Eyed Jacks,” and “Beyond the Poseidon Adventure.” Additionally, he lent his distinctive voice to films such as “Seekers of the Fleece,” “Silver Dollar City,” and “The Black Hole.”

What is the Relationship Status of Slim Pickens?

Slim Pickens tied the knot with Margaret Elizabeth Harmon on March 22, 1950. The couple embarked on a journey of marital bliss, cherishing their union until Slim Pickens’ passing. Together, they were blessed with three children: Thomas Michael Lindley, Margaret Louise Wittman, and Daryle Ann Lindley Giardino.

Cause of Death

Slim Pickens, the former American rodeo performer and actor, passed away on December 8, 1983, in Modesto, California, USA, at the age of 64. He was survived by his wife and three children. In his last year, he bravely fought a brain tumor, undergoing surgery in San Francisco. Unfortunately, he succumbed to pneumonia later in life.

Fast Facts

• American nationality
• White is my ethnicity.
• He belonged to the Future Farmers of America.
• During the Second World War, he enlisted in the United States Army.
• He has been injured countless times while riding horses and bucking bulls.

Facts of Slim Pickens

• Date of Birth: June 29, 1919
• Age: 101 years old
• Birth Nation: United States of America
• Height: 6 Feet 3 Inches
• Full Name: Louis Burton Lindley Jr.
• Father: Louis Bert Lindley Sr.
• Mother: Sally Mosher (Née Turk)
• Nationality: American
• Birthplace: Kingsburg, California, USA
• Ethnicity: White
• Profession: American Actor and Rodeo Performer
• Married to: Margaret (née Harmon) Lindley
• Children: Thomas Michael Lindley, Margaret Louise Wittman, and Daryle Ann Lindley Giardino