About Patricia McCormick
Lived 1929 – 2013 (aged 83). Patricia McCormick was an American athlete.
Patricia McCormick (November 18, 1929 – March 26, 2013) was an American bullfighter. She is thought to be the first woman in North America to fight bulls professionally.
Biography Originally from St. Louis, Missouri, McCormick became enthralled with bullfighting after a trip to Mexico City with her family at the age of seven. The McCormick family eventually moved to Big Spring, Texas, where her father became chief engineer at Cosden Petroleum. She studied art and music at Texas Western College in El Paso and rediscovered bullfighting in the neighboring Mexican city of Ciudad Juárez.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Patricia McCormick?
bullfighter
When was Patricia McCormick born?
Patricia McCormick was born on 18 November 1929 in St. Louis.
When did Patricia McCormick die?
Patricia McCormick died on 26 March 2013 in Del Rio.
What was Patricia McCormick's occupation?
Patricia McCormick was an athlete.
What nationality was Patricia McCormick?
Patricia McCormick was American.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Patricia McCormick
· DBpedia: Patricia McCormick (bullfighter)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Patricia McCormick. https://biography.guide/patricia-mccormick-athlete/
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