Chuck Beatty facts for kids

Charles Beatty was born on February 8, 1946. He is an American politician and used to be a professional football player. He played in the National Football League (NFL) for four seasons.

Chuck Beatty's Early Life and College Football

Charles Beatty was born in Midlothian, Texas. He mostly grew up in a nearby town called Waxahachie, Texas. After finishing Turner High School in Waxahachie, he went to North Texas State University. This school is now known as the University of North Texas.

While at North Texas State, Charles Beatty played football. He was teammates with a famous defensive player named Joe Greene. Later, when they both played in the NFL for the Steelers, Charles Beatty was even the best man at Joe Greene's wedding.

Chuck Beatty's Professional Football Career

Joining the NFL Teams

Charles Beatty was chosen in the seventh round of the 1969 NFL/AFL draft. He was the second player from North Texas State to be picked by the Pittsburgh Steelers that year. The first player the Steelers picked from his college was Joe Greene, who was their first-round choice.

Playing for the Steelers and Cardinals

Charles Beatty played almost four seasons for the Pittsburgh Steelers. He then finished his NFL career with the St. Louis Cardinals in 1972. In 1974, he also played for the Florida Blazers. This team was part of a different league called the World Football League (WFL).

Chuck Beatty's Life After Football

Working with the Boy Scouts

After his football career, Charles Beatty worked for the Boy Scouts of America. He was an executive for this organization for 30 years. This means he held an important leadership role.

Serving in Local Government

In 1995, Charles Beatty was elected to the city council in Waxahachie. The city council is a group of people who help run the city. In 1997, the council chose him to be the mayor of Waxahachie. He served as mayor for five years. As of 2010, he was still serving as a city councilman.

University Board Member

From 2002 to 2006, Charles Beatty also served on the board of regents for his old college. This was the University of North Texas. A board of regents helps guide and oversee a university.

Chuck Beatty's Personal Life and Achievements

Charles Beatty is a widower, which means his wife, Rosalind, passed away. He has two children named Lauren Odette Beatty and Charles Brandon Beatty.

He has also received special honors for his achievements. In 2002, he was inducted into the Texas Black Sports Hall of Fame. The next year, in 2003, he was also inducted into the University of North Texas Sports Hall of Fame.