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Wiley McCray, (November 1, 1916- November 19,1977), was an American professional rodeo clown and bullfighter. He was selected as the Worlds Greatest Rodeo Clown in 1950 and 1960, selected as a barrelman for the National Finals Rodeo in 1961 and 1972 and was the first rodeo clown to be inducted into the Ak-Sar-Ben Western Hall of Fame in 1964.

Wiley McCray is considered to be a pivotal figure in american rodeo bullfighting history during the golden era of rodeo. He is regarded as one of the most successful rodeo clowns of all time. Wiley is one of only four rodeo clowns in history to have a membership in the Cowboys' Turtle Association, Rodeo Cowboys Association, Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association to be selected as participant in the National Finals Rodeo.

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