Johnny Rutherford

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Johnny Rutherford

AKA John Sherman Rutherford III

Born: 12-Mar-1938
Birthplace: Coffeyville, KS

Gender: Male
Race or Ethnicity: White
Sexual orientation: Straight
Occupation: Auto Racing

Nationality: United States
Executive summary: Three-time Indy 500 winner

Wife: Betty (nurse, m. 7-Jul-1963, one son, one daughter)

Indianapolis 500 Winner 1974
Indianapolis 500 Winner 1976
Indianapolis 500 Winner 1980
Texas Sports Hall of Fame 1982
International Motorsports Hall of Fame 1996

Author of books:
Lone Star J. R.: The Autobiography of Racing Legend Johnny Rutherford (2000, memoir)

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