Ron Bass Then Ron Bass, born on December 21, 1948, in Tampa, Florida, began his journey into professional wrestling in the early 1970s.  His initial foray into the wrestling world took place in the Gulf Coast territory, where he started performing under the ring name Ron Bass.  Known for his imposing physique and rugged demeanor, […]

Ken Patera Then Ken Patera, born on November 6, 1942, in Portland, Oregon, emerged from a family with a strong athletic legacy.  His family background played a significant role in shaping his sporting career.  His brother, Jack Patera, had a notable career in football, playing for the Baltimore Colts and later serving as the head

Brutus Beefcake Then Brutus Beefcake, born on April 21, 1957, in Tampa, Florida, began his journey in the world of professional wrestling during his formative years.  His early involvement in the sport can be traced back to 1977 when he entered the wrestling scene alongside his friend and future wrestling legend, Terry Bollea, who would

Greg Valentine Then Greg Valentine, born on September 20, 1951, in Seattle, Washington, is a prominent figure in professional wrestling, known for his contributions to the industry as both a performer and a trailblazer.  Growing up in a wrestling family, he was deeply influenced by his father, Johnny Valentine, a renowned wrestler in his own

Brian Lee Then Brian Lee was born on November 26, 1966, in St. Petersburg, Florida.  Raised in the Sunshine State, he developed an early interest in professional wrestling, which led him to pursue a career in the sport.  His passion for wrestling and physical fitness drove him to train extensively, eventually preparing him for a

Al Perez Then Al Perez, born on July 23, 1960, in Florida, began his athletic journey as an amateur wrestler in high school.  Growing up in Florida, he quickly distinguished himself as one of the top high school wrestlers in the state.  This early success in amateur wrestling laid a strong foundation for his transition

Kevin Sullivan Then Kevin Sullivan was born on October 26, 1948, in Cambridge, Massachusetts.  Before embarking on his wrestling career, Sullivan was involved in amateur wrestling in the Boston area, where he gained early experience and honed his skills.  Despite not receiving formal training in professional wrestling, Sullivan’s amateur background provided a solid foundation for

Dick Slater Then Dick Slater, born on May 19, 1951, in Albany, New York, is remembered as one of professional wrestling’s toughest and most versatile performers.  His wrestling journey began at an early age, notably during his high school years in Tampa, Florida, where he trained alongside Mike Graham.  The opportunity to develop his wrestling

Mike Graham Then Mike Graham, born on September 22, 1951, in Hampstead, London, United Kingdom, had a distinguished and multifaceted career in athletics.  Despite his English birthplace, Graham made a significant impact in the United States, particularly in Florida, where he became a high school wrestling champion.  During his senior year in 1969, Graham excelled

Steve Keirn Then Steve Keirn, born on September 10, 1951, in Tampa, Florida, grew up with an extraordinary family story that profoundly influenced his life.  He attended Robinson High School in Port Tampa, where his father, Richard Keirn, was a significant figure in his life.  Richard Keirn’s military service was marked by unimaginable hardships, as