Christopher Gwilliam, from Durrington, Worthing, was born on July 18, 1954, and served a two-year apprenticeship with Ivor Lewis and a further three with David Gandolfo.
He rode his first winner, Golden Lichen on February 24, 1976.
His best season came in 1979/80, when he rode six winners.
Chris was, at one time, retained by Ryan Price & Lady Herries.
In July 1980, he married Glenys Wareham in Worthing.
Away from the saddle, Chris enjoyed squash and swimming.