Sonny Jim, a renowned rodeo competitor, Harlem Globetrotters road warrior, and backup musician for Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings, left a lasting impression on audiences.
His daughter, Sonlatsa "Sunshine" Jim, recalls the crowd's enthusiasm when her father's name was announced:
Everyone knew him... They'd say, 'Sonny Jim!' and the crowd would just scream for him.
Sixteen years after Sonny Jim's murder in Grants, New Mexico, Sunshine continues to fight for justice, with her battle expanding beyond her father's case to challenge the system.
Author's summary: Sonny Jim's legacy lives on.