Willie Sutton was a prolific American bank robber who became famous for his daring heists and numerous escapes over a forty-year career. Nicknamed 'Slick Willie' for his clever methods and use of disguises, he reportedly stole an estimated $2 million. Although he consistently denied saying it, he is widely credited with the apocryphal quote, 'Because that's where the money is,' when asked why he robbed banks. Sutton spent more than half his adult life in prison but became a minor celebrity after his final release, even consulting for banks on security measures.