Myrtle was born with a rare condition called dipygus, giving her two pelvises and four legs. While some saw this unique feature as a natural wonder, others considered it a deformity. Despite the challenges of her condition, Myrtle learned to accept her body and pursued a full and meaningful life, becoming a professional success and earning the admiration of those around her.
At the age of 13, Myrtle joined a traveling show, appearing as the “four-legged girl from Texas.” Her extraordinary appearance drew large crowds, as people were fascinated by the unusual and rare. Her condition turned her into a star of the show, and her popularity even led others to create fake acts and parodies in an attempt to capitalize on her fame
