John “the Zookeeper” Mulligan was a standout Top Fuel driver in the 1960s. Partnered with Tim Beebe, Mulligan set national records and won the 1969 Winternationals. His charismatic personality made him a fan favorite. His career was tragically cut short by a fatal accident at the 1969 U.S. Nationals, but his legacy as a top driver of drag racing’s “Camelot” period endures.