Eddie Dodson
American bank robber
About Eddie Dodson
Lived 1948 – 2003 (aged 54). Eddie Dodson was an American moon walker.
Early life Dodson was born in Shelby, North Carolina, on December 24, 1948. Shortly after he was born his father died, leaving his mother and grandmother to raise him. His mother and grandmother were devout Christians, and they attended church regularly.
Dodson graduated from high school in 1967 and considered himself a hippie. Shortly after graduating he started selling illegal drugs and was eventually arrested in 1972. The events of the film are based loosely on Dodson's string of robberies between 1983 and 1984.
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Who was Eddie Dodson?
American bank robber
When was Eddie Dodson born?
Eddie Dodson was born on 24 December 1948 in Shelby.
When did Eddie Dodson die?
Eddie Dodson died on 21 February 2003 in Los Angeles.
What was Eddie Dodson's occupation?
Eddie Dodson was a moon walker.
What nationality was Eddie Dodson?
Eddie Dodson was American.
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