Fred Whitfield

Fred Whitfield, rodeo cowboy. A member of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association, he is one of the most recognizable faces in professional rodeo. In addition to being one of the most winning cowboys in the sport, he is one of the only prominent African American competitors. He is also the 1st-ever African American to win the title of World Champion calf roper (winning 6 additional gold buckles), & the 1st African American in the history of the PRCA to be named an All-Around World Champio…