William “Billy” Mitchell
Billy Mitchell, a trailblazing American military leader, championed air power's potential in warfare. As a WWI Air Service commander, he earned renown, but controversies led to his resignation. Remembered as a visionary who saw the future of aerial combat.
Aviator
December 29, 1879
Capricorn
February 19, 1936
56
Nice, France
William “Billy” Mitchell, an American video game player and businessman, achieved fame in 1999 for his perfect score in the classic game Pac-Man. He also excelled in other gaming competitions, including Donkey Kong and BurgerTime. Mitchell co-founded the annual Video Game & Pinball Festival and served as a commentator and host for gaming tournaments. Additionally, he appeared in documentaries exploring the history of gaming culture.
Beyond his gaming achievements, Mitchell briefly pursued a professional baseball career in the 1980s. As a pitcher for the St. Louis Cardinals organization, he even shared the field with the legendary Ozzie Smith, who later became a Hall of Famer.
Mitchell’s gaming prowess and baseball journey make him a unique and accomplished figure in both the gaming and sports worlds.