| Prince Blessed | |
|---|---|
| Sire | Princequillo |
| Grandsire | Prince Rose |
| Dam | Dog Blessed |
| Damsire | Bull Dog |
| Sex | Stallion |
| Foaled | 1957 |
| Country | United States |
| Colour | Bay |
| Breeder | Nuckols Brothers |
| Owner | Kerr Stable |
| Trainer | James I. Nazworthy |
| Record | 35: 8-6-4 |
| Earnings | US$255,805 |
| Major wins | |
| Hollywood Gold Cup (1961) American Handicap (1961) |
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| Horse (Equus ferus caballus) | |
Prince Blessed (foaled 1957 in Kentucky) was an American Thoroughbred racehorse who, at $77,000, was the highest priced yearling auctioned in 1958. [1] He is best known for winning the 1961 Hollywood Gold Cup [2] as well as for siring Ole Bob Bowers who in turn sired the legendary two-time American Horse of the Year and U.S. Racing Hall of Fame inductee, John Henry. [3]