Tom Leppard
Leopard Man | |
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| Born | 1930 |
| Died | June 12, 2016 (aged 85–86) |
| Other names | Leopard Man of Skye |
| Known for | formerly the world's most tattooed man |
Tom Leppard, born as Tom Wooldridge, also known as Leopard Man or the Leopard Man of Skye, was an English-born soldier[1] previously considered by Guinness World Records to be the world's most tattooed man.[2] and later recognised as the most tattooed senior citizen. [3] He is said to have spent £5,500 on his extensive body modifications, which cover his skin nearly entirely with a leopard-like coloured pattern.
After nearly 30 years service in the armed forces[4] he moved from London to a small bothy (hut) without electricity on the Isle of Skye, Scotland, where he lived for 20 years until 2008. [5] He would travel by kayak to the mainland to buy supplies and pick up his pension once a week. He then moved to a larger house in Broadford, Skye. followed by sheltered accommodation on the outskirts of the city of Inverness. He died aged 80 on 12 June 2016.[4]
Notes
- ^ interview with Neil Stephen in the Guardian newspaper: The cat who came in from the cold (28 October 2008)
- ^ Lucky Diamond Rich is now acknowledged as the world's most tattooed person Guinness World Records. "Most Tattooed Person". Retrieved 2007-08-21.
- ^ "Most tattooed senior citizen. (male)". Guinness World Records. Retrieved 2016-03-11.
- ^ a b The Leopard Man of Skye Dies at Herald Scotland. Retrieved 14 June 2016
- ^ Tattooed Leopard Man leaves hermit lifestyle behind at Daily Telegraph. Retrieved 14 June 2016