Al Capone
American gangster
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About Al Capone
Al Capone was a notorious American gangster and crime boss best known as the boss of the crime syndicate the Chicago Outfit that reigned during the prohibition era in the 1920s.
Career
His life of crime began with gangs such as the Brooklyn Rippers and the Five Points Gang. He later worked as a bouncer in a brothel, a bodyguard and later the right-hand man of Johnny Torrio, the head of a powerful criminal syndicate in Chicago. At the age of 26, he became boss of the crime syndicate after Torrio handed control to him. His reign as crime boss ended when he was jailed for tax evasion in 1931.
Personal Life
He married Mae Josephine Coughlin in 1918 and had a son with her. He remained married to Mae until his death in 1947.
Trivia
A scar on the left side of his face earned him the nickname “Scarface”.
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F.A.Q. about Al Capone
When is his birthday?
Al Capone's birthday is on January 17, 1899.
In how many days is his birthday?
Al Capone's birthday is in 297 days
How old was Al Capone when he died?
He was 48 years old.
When did he die?
He died in January 25, 1947.
How old would he be today?
Al Capone would be 125 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Al Capone from?
He was born in Brooklyn, New York, U.S..