Fred W. Hooper

Fred Hooper
Born(1897-10-06)October 6, 1897
Cleveland, Georgia
United States United States
DiedAugust 4, 2000(2000-08-04) (aged 102)
EducationPublic school: Grade 8
Occupation(s)Businessman, Racehorse owner/breeder
SpousesLaura C. Girdner Hooper, Wanda Hooper
ChildrenBetty, Fred Jr., Robin, Kay
Honors

Fred William Hooper (October 6, 1897 – August 4, 2000) was an American Thoroughbred racehorse owner and breeder. He was a member of The Jockey Club, an honorary director of the Breeders' Cup, and one of the founders of the Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association and one of its first presidents.[1]

  1. ^ Durso, Joseph (August 5, 2000). "Fred W. Hooper, 102, a Leading Owner and Breeder in Thoroughbred Racing, Dies". The New York Times. Retrieved 2009-06-27.