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Bill Pickett: The Black Cowboy Who Revolutionized Rodeo Long before Hollywood glamorized cowboys, Bill Pickett was redefining the Wild West. Born in 1870 to formerly enslaved parents, Pickett became a legend by inventing "bulldogging"—wrestling steers to the ground with his bare hands and teeth. This daring technique laid the foundation for modern steer wrestling, a staple in today’s rodeos. A true showman, Pickett performed with the 101 Ranch Wild West Show alongside icons like Buffalo Bill and