Gypsy Boots

Biography

Gypsy Boots (August 19, 1915 – August 8, 2004), born Robert Bootzin (also known as Boots Bootzin), was an American fitness pioneer, actor and writer. He is credited with laying the foundation for the acceptance by mainstream America of "alternative" lifestyles incorporating elements such as yoga and health food. He is also known for his vegetarian guide Bare Feet and Good Things to Eat and his memoir The Gypsy in Me.

Birthday

Aug 19, 1915

Place of birth

unavailable

Deathday

Aug 19, 2004

Also known as

• Boots Bootzin
• Robert Bootzin