George Ballas
George Charles Ballas Sr. (June 28, 1925 – June 25, 2011) was an American entrepreneur. He invented the first string trimmer, known as the Weed Eater in 1971. He was the father of ballroom dancer, Corky Ballas, and grandfather of professional dancer Mark Ballas of Dancing with the Stars.
George Ballas | |
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| Born | George Charles Ballas June 28, 1925 Ruston, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Died | June 25, 2011 (aged 85) Houston, Texas, U.S. |
| Occupation | Entrepreneur |
| Known for | Inventor of Weed Eater |
| Spouse |
Maria Marulanda (m. 1951) |
| Children | 5, including Corky Ballas |
| Relatives | Mark Ballas (grandson) |
| Military career | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1942–1953 |
| Commands held | Bombardier and Second Lt. and OSI Agent |
| Battles/wars | World War II Korean War |
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