T. Cullen Davis 1933 – 2026
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Biography
Thomas Cullen Davis was an American oil tycoon from Fort Worth, Texas, best known as the defendant in two sensational murder trials in the 1970s. Born on September 22, 1933, he inherited a fortune built on oil and was, at the time of his first trial, believed to be the wealthiest man ever to stand trial for murder in the United States. He was acquitted of murder and attempted murder in both cases, which drew national attention for their wealth, violence and courtroom drama. He died on November 6, 2026, aged 93.
