Charlie Wilson was born on June 1, 1933 in Trinity, Texas, USA. He was married to Barbara Alberstadt and Jerry Wilson. He died on February 10, 2010 in Lufkin, Texas, USA.
Former Democratic United States Representative from the 2nd congressional district in Texas who was the inspiration for the film Charlie Wilson's War (2007).
Had a heart transplant in Houston in September, 2007.
Democratic congressman who represented the 2nd District in east Texas in the U.S. House from 1973 to 1996 and was known in Washington as "Good Time Charlie".
United States representative from Texas' 2nd Congressional district, 3 January 1973 - 3 January 1997.
U.S. Congressman credited with supplying federal funds to support Afghan rebels against the occupying Soviet Union forces during the 1980s.