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Captain Martin Van Buren Bates was an American actor and sideshow performer who was known as the "Kentucky Giant" due to his immense height. He was born on November 9, 1837 in Letcher County, Kentucky. He was the son of a farmer and was the tallest man in the United States during his lifetime. He stood at 7 feet 11 inches tall and weighed over 500 pounds. Bates began his career as a sideshow performer in the late 1850s. He toured with P.T. Barnum's circus and was known as the "Giant of the Hills". He was also known as the "Giants of Seville" due to his performances in Spain. He was a popular attraction and was featured in many newspapers and magazines. Bates married Anna Swan in 1871. Swan was also a giant and stood at 7 feet 6 inches tall. Together, they had two children, both of whom were of average height. Bates died on January 7, 1919 in Seville, Ohio. He was 81 years old.

Popular As Martin Van Buren Bates (The Giant of the Hills, The Kentucky Giant, Giants of Seville)
Occupation actor
Age 82 years old
Zodiac Sign Scorpio
Born 9 November 1837
Birthday 9 November
Birthplace Letcher County, Kentucky, USA
Date of death 7 January, 1919
Died Place Seville, Medina County, Ohio, USA
Nationality United States

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Captain Bates Height, Weight & Measurements

At 82 years old, Captain Bates height is 7' 9" (2.36 m) .

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Height 7' 9" (2.36 m)
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Who Is Captain Bates's Wife?

His wife is Lavonne Weatherby (1900 - ?), Anna Swan (17 June 1871 - 5 August 1888) ( her death) ( 2 children)

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Wife Lavonne Weatherby (1900 - ?), Anna Swan (17 June 1871 - 5 August 1888) ( her death) ( 2 children)
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Captain Bates Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Captain Bates worth at the age of 82 years old? Captain Bates’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actor. He is from United States. We have estimated Captain Bates's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2023 $1 Million - $5 Million
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Source of Income Actor

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Captain Bates was born on November 9, 1837 in Letcher County, Kentucky, USA as Martin Van Buren Bates. He was married to Lavonne Weatherby and Anna Swan.