The last surviving wrestler from the "Pioneer Era" (1900s-1940s) was American wrestler Angelo Savoldi (born April 21, 1914, died September 13, 2013, aged 99 years, 145 days). He was 59at the time, and he also battled prostate cancer and liver ailments. Worked as Purple Haze. "Anyone that sent in a picture would be put on a large board and we would pan the board to show their pictures or drawings.". Wrestled his last match in Nashville, Tennessee, teaming with his son-in-law. Although Glaze became the crush ofyoung womenacross Indiana, he soon fell for Gail, then a WTTV co-worker, who assisted him on the show. Wrestled his last match for FMLL teaming with. Biography Guidelines the following: He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1980. He trained under the legendary Sandor Szabo and caught his first big break in Albuquerque under the cowboy hat. date of birth. Still wrestles in independent shows as of December 2022. While staying with his uncle, he. Inducted into the. Family members say he had been struggling with a heart condition. Headin' for the chuck wagon, It's just around the bend, Pretty soon my mornin' ride will, Come to an end. is rewarding for all of us to see artists' files grow, and others may be eager We welcome your involvement! Wrestled for NWA Vancouver and AWA from 1960 to 1972, Japanese female wrestler. She took part in a Falls Count Anywhere 2-on-1 Handicap Match against. ( Horse: Rusty) Born: 1906, May 12 Died: 1945, July 12 Age: 39 y 2 m 4 d. Cause of death: unknown. Last wrestled for Big Time Wrestling in Spartanburg, South Carolina where he teamed with, Most recently wrestled for AML Acts Of War Games 2 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina defeating, Last wrestled for Hawaii Championship Wrestling as he teamed up with. Last wrestled for ABC Wrestling in Beziers, France, losing to Matthew Ford. Former. Icing, candles and other decorations explode over the desk, announcer and the combatants. Last known match took place in Carnoustie, Scotland. Sources say that Gama remained active as a wrestler until 1952. The entire hospital organized a farewell party for Meredith. Excellent and Psycho Mike. Raised in Texas. Holding the title for 50 days before losing it to Cowboy Bob Ellis, The Destroyer reclaimed the title for a third time by defeating Ellis on Nov. 13, 1964, in San Diego. Wrestled in Studio Wrestling out of Pittsburgh in the 1950s and 1960s. Wrestled his last match at a show in Guadalajara, Mexico teaming with his grandson, Arturo Gaona and Bucanero I defeating Babe Sharon, Comando I and Luis Chavir. Born in Iraq, wrestled in AWA and WWF as General Adnan. It is said that Warren Bockwinkel, father of, His last match was at an ECPW event, where he teamed up with Frankie Flow to defeat the team of, Most recently wrestled on October 15, 2022 for World Classic Professional Big Time Wrestling in Chillicothe, Ohio, where he teamed with Josh Benson in a loss to the team of, Last wrestled on January 25, 2020, for Continental Championship Wrestling in Dothan, Alabama, teaming with. During the ceremony, Hayes former Cowboys teammate, Roger Staubach, and Hayes son, Bob Hayes Jr., were present to unveil the bust of the Hall of Fame player. Cowboy Bob and his cast of characters became a part of me as a kid. Wrestled for WWF from 1999 to 2000, 2004 and 2010. Arthur 'Guitar Boogie' Smith. t.co/O5GfUklP1O", "Cowboy" Bob Ellis profile, from LegacyOfWrestling.com, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=List_of_oldest_surviving_professional_wrestlers&oldid=1140457677. Bob Moline (Born 1938) is active/lives in Texas, Oklahoma. It is said that Gustav Fritensk wrestled until the age of 72. Do the cheap shots pay off? Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. RetroIndy: Frances Farmer made Indy her home, Whatever happened to: Old Indiana Fun Park, Janie reminisces on career and 'Cowboy Bob' Glaze. Bob Steele's long career, spanning more than 50 years and including appearances in more than 150 films, came to an end in 1988, when he died after a lengthy illness. One former player who was part ofthe Cowboyschampionship team was BulletBob Hayes. Former British Middleweight Champion and British Welterweight Champion. We must restore order here! Joe wrestled his last match at the Gypsy Joe retirement show held in Tullahoma, Tennessee by the Southern Wrestling Federation. . (unusable) wording: Ellis won the third fall with the bulldog headlock. Five time NWA Polynesian Pacific Heavyweight Champion. Oldest female, mainly wrestled as Princess White Dove. Cowboy Bob Ellis: "There's a lot that didn't want to work with him. At the age of 45, Lashley is not only the WWE Champion in 2021, but he is dominant and is running over anyone and everyone put in front of him. Where is Lilly today? His bloody bouts with Ellis drew big crowds to Kiel Auditorium, but Hawk never forgot to have a little fun in the ring. Wrestled his last match on a AAA show in a loss to El Pistolero in San Pedro Cholula, Mexico. Joe wrestled his last match at the Gypsy Joe retirement show held in Tullahoma, Tennessee by the Southern Wrestling Federation. With the recent passing of the legendary wrestler, manager, and broadcaster, Bobby Heenan, we decided to research some of the oldest wrestlers still alive. To see all the matches Cowboy Bob Ellis fought in a specific month, click the respective number in the index. sites. Ellis was born in Texas to a father who was on the wrestling commission in the San Angelo area. If you do not know a great deal about the document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. Hayes spent 10 seasons playing for the Cowboys and spent his final season with the San Francisco 49ers. Wrestled in the UK, Asia, Middle East and India. Wrestled mainly in Mexico and WCCW. Wrestled his last match on a AAA show in a loss to El Pistolero in San Pedro Cholula, Mexico. The announcer is shouting into his microphone Ive never seen anything like this! The studio audience was still voicing their displeasure of Rips appearance at such a touching moment. Owns Pro Wrestling America. "He was preparing to do his gig.". I mean they had to chase me around the 'hawspital' by Dick Bourne Mid-Atlantic Gateway It's hard to get my arms around the fact that it has been 35 years since Ric Flair won his first by Dick Bourne Mid-Atlantic Gateway "We will let the fans know what the disposition of this title will be very soon." Tag Archives: Cowboy Bob Ellis Cowboy Bob and Peyton Place. If you feel you have worthwhile information you would like to contribute, the following means of submission is the most efficient. Former WWWF World Tag Team Champion. Cowboy Carlson & Cowboy Bob Ellis beat Sir Nelson Royal & The Viking (Bob Morse) Arm wrestling match Mr. Clean beat Mephisto (dq) U.S. ORDERS . In the pictures, it was speculated that the man was indeed Presley, who were being guarded by security guards around him. grow. Frost. I had no idea how much Rip Hawk and the Lexington YMCA would factor into my wrestling entertainment in the future years. The fact that we link to a website is not an endorsement, authorization or representation of our affiliation with that third party. Get the occasional email with the latest wrestling tributes and memorials, Search by ring name, real name, cause of death, organization, time period (2000s, etc) or specific year, WWE Hall of Famer Ravishing Rick Rude was an amazing individual in and out of the ring. Oldest person to wrestle ever at 87 years old. Jane Woods Hodge hosted the "Popeye and Janie" show on WTTV-Channel 4 from 1963 to 1986. Another good feud that Fritz Von Erich had was with Cowboy Bob Ellis. He appeared in scores of films during the Thirties, rising to B-Western stardom and an apparently solid position as one of Republic Studios' top draws. "One day I was walking out to my car and he was walking out of the building, saw me, said, 'Excuse me,' and he had a leash," Gail said. "Comeback Cowboy," by Jennifer Denison, Senior Editor, Western Horseman magazine, 1986. "Bob and I started singing back before he started his show in 1966. Began his career in the 1940s. Most recently wrestled for Pro Wrestling King in Fort Wayne, Indiana, teaming with Shawna Reed and Shotgun Shuler to defeat the team of Jensyn, NERD 5th and Steven Drochner. Creating biographies or improving upon them is a work in progress, and we welcome information from our knowledgeable viewers. trainee assistant director (uncredited) Former NWA World Tag Team Champion. The Brisco Reign Begins: Hand Raised in Houston (1 NWA World Champ Kerry Von Erich Tours Florida (1984), Poster: Wahoo and Andre battle Flair and Valentine, Cowboy Bob Ellis, Rip Hawk and the Birthday Cake. Excellent and Psycho Mike. But the female in the wrestling industry was Betty Wagner, the valet of Gorgeous George who lived to 98 years old in 2011. 'Cowboy' Bob Ellis was a pro wrestler who competed in various territories around the world from the late 1950's to the early 1980's. Ellis feuded with the likes of Dick the Bruiser, Fritz Von Erich and Buddy Rogers. Czechslovakian wrestler. But he remained primarily a figure in Westerns. I did not go to the grocery in curlers," she laughed. The woman was identified by Tyler police as Peggy Jo Tallas, an ex-convict who became known as "Cowboy Bob" in 1992 after she pleaded guilty to robbing a bank in Mesquite, Texas, of $13,000 while dressed in a cowboy hat, sunglasses, a fake beard and mustache, and other Western attire. The oldest female wrestler to have a match is Mae Young, who defeated LayCool in a WWE Raw handicap match on November 15, 2010, at the age of 87. Bob Moline (Born 1938) is active/lives in Texas, Oklahoma. Brother of. Wrestled in the WWWF from 1964 to 1969. Vincent called Cowboy Bob a special part of his childhood. There were educational features, crafts, music and the occasional visit from animals from the Indianapolis Zoo. World-famous fitness guru had a brief pro wrestling career in 1938. This is a list of oldest surviving professional wrestlers. It was during an appearance at a Columbus parade that sealed Bob Glaze'sfuture as a cartoon host. artist, but have noteworthy information to share, we would welcome you to send Birthplace: Tom Green County, Texas, USA Gender: male Height: 6' 2" (188 cm) Weight: 246 lbs (112 kg) Career Data Alter egos: Bob Ellis a.k.a. Bob Elliott Roles: Singles Wrestler Beginning of in-ring career: 1957 End of in-ring career: 1980 In-ring experience: 23 years Wrestling style: Brawler Trainer: Ed Lewis & Sandor Szabo Nicknames: "Cowboy" The son of director Robert N. Bradbury, he appeared in vaudeville with his parents and with his twin brother Bill Bradbury appeared as a child in a series of 16 semi- documentary short films directed by their father, The Adventures of Bob and Bill. Rip Hawks horrific actions completely overshadow the main event. American Western star and character actor whose career spanned six decades. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. On July 26, 1939, in Olney, Texas, Bob Lilly blessed his parents' coming to the world. MORGANTOWN, Ind. First African-American promoter & manager working under Vincent J. McMahon. of light, color, and scene. Please do not submit biographies Bob Ellis. Glaze'sfirst television appearance came in 1963 on Jack Noel's Bloomington-based "Happy Valley Show." They had no children. The oldest male wrestler was Killer Kowalski, who won on an independent show in Massachusetts on March 14, 2008, at age 81. Cowboy Bob also educated and engaged his audience subtly on issues like fire safety. My condolences to the family and friends of Jay Briscoe". His bursting speed transferred over the NFL. Began his career in the 1940s. Dec 6, 2022 at 5:14pm. He briefly wrestled in the WWWf where he faced off against Killer Kowalski. Attendance was reported as "a near capacity crowd" and the newspaper reported most of them were still on hand when the match ended. Known as Sammy Berg. 26 July 1939 in Olney, Texas), football player acknowledged by many as the greatest defensive tackle in National Football League (NFL) history, and the first member of the Dallas Cowboys to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.Lilly's father, John Earnest Lilly (known as Buster), was badly injured in a motorcycle accident as a teenager but was a huge . a biography. 14. Wrestled his last match on his 80th birthday against Bobo Brazil Jr. at a CCW card in Marion, Ohio. - IMDb Mini Biography By: frankfob2@yahoo.com Family (2) Trivia (7) Educated at Glendale High School, Glendale, CA. This man is still alive in the world, and his age is 82 now. Kowalski wrestled his last match as he defeated Gino Giovanni with the clawhold at Top Rope Promotions in Fall River, Massachusetts. Musician and wrestled in the Pacific Northwest. All the Anderson history in one timeline! Wrestled in his last match defeating Frenchy Roberre at a. Wrestled his last match in a tag team match with his son, Wrestled his last match at the VerdugoMania 3rd Anniversary show in Tonala, Jalisco, Mexico, teaming with Jaque Mate Jr., Rafaga, and Rayman in a loss to the team of, Wrestled his last match in an event in Mexico City, Mexico, teaming with, Wrestled his last match for Battleground Championship Wrestling in Feasterville, Pennsylvania, teaming with. Healthy athletes can get chewed out in just a few years. The spectacular studded sheath was custom made by "Cowboy" Bob Giles of Whitefish, Mont. Ever since the King of Rock 'n' Roll died on August 16, 1977, aged 42 after a heart attack. Wrestled his last match for Italian Championship Wrestling in Brescia, Italy, teaming with Manuel Majoli to defeat Mr. It was simpler, no doubt about it. The June 1971 bout took place in Omaha, Nebraska and saw Torres take a heart punch from Ox Baker. The recent sighting to have been caught was on his 82nd birthday, where pictures of a mysterious overweight man with white beard emerged on a Facebook page called "Elvis Presley Is Alive". about submitting biographies, please send them to registrar@askart.com. American professional wrestler. Contents 1 Career 2 In wrestling 3 Championships and accomplishments 4 External links Career In wrestling Championships and accomplishments External links Profile Categories 2. 1. A brawl breaks out between Rip and Cowboy Bob. Former. French-Canadian wrestler. Ellis was a rough customer who was part of sell outs all across the country, not to mention successful stints in Australia. ", From humble start, WTTV rises to CBS affiliate. Wrestled his last match for Italian Championship Wrestling in Brescia, Italy, teaming with Manuel Majoli to defeat Mr. Ellis, 71, likely assumed the approaching boat carried fishermen wanting to visit. But the oldest in the wrestling industry was promoter Harry Elliott (1904-2006) who lived 101 years, 314 days. All about the 1959 NWA belt and the history of the NWA title during that era. The Cowboys have won five NFL championships and have dominated the NFC in the early years. There wasn't a Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts or Campfire Girls troop in Indianapolis that wasn't on the long waiting list to appear on her show in fact, there was a two-year waiting period. Cause of death: liver cancer. with minimal facts or excessively promotional writing such as the following Hayes played for the Cowboys from 1965 to 1974. to supplement what you have provided. Orton is best known by his time in the WWF (World Wrestling Federation, now WWE). Wrestled in his last match defeating Frenchy Roberre at a. Wrestled his last match in a tag team match with his son, Wrestled his last match at the VerdugoMania 3rd Anniversary show in Tonala, Jalisco, Mexico, teaming with Jaque Mate Jr., Rafaga, and Rayman in a loss to the team of, Wrestled his last match in an event in Mexico City, Mexico, teaming with, Wrestled his last match for Battleground Championship Wrestling in Feasterville, Pennsylvania, teaming with. It was the era of Gunsmoke and Bonanza, the era of the Rawhide Kid and John Wayne, the era of Merle Haggard and Spaghetti Westerns and it was into this era that a man named Cowboy Bob Ellis arose on the pro-wrestling scene. 1:47. Bob's sister-in-law Linda confirms to. Bob Hearts Abishola CSI: Vegas East New York; F.B.I . 2. Our Web pages may contain links to other websites. The Last Ride of Cowboy Bob He wore a Western hat, never spoke a word, and robbed bank after bank. Last wrestled in an 11-person Royal Rumble style match, where he entered last and won, last eliminating Erik Lockhart, for Rock n Roll Wrestling in Wahpeton, North Dakota. This is how many of the biographies There was a car that had a sign that read 'Janie and Cowboy Bob,she laughed. He was a showman. In his first two seasonswith the Cowboys, he had a lot of success. a dealer or museum not currently registered, please Cowboy Bob Ellis Match Results (1960-69) brodiescomics. But the oldest in the wrestling industry was promoter Harry Elliott (1904-2006) who lived 101 years, 314 days. Most recently wrestled for Appalachian Championship Wrestling in Williamson, West Virginia, in a match against Kerry Morton that went to a Double Count-out Draw. Bob James EllisKnoxville, TNBob James Ellis, age 90, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, May 23, 2018. Both Janie and Cowboy Bob were cut from programming in 1989. 1 April 1921. RIP "Cowboy Bob" Glaze, you were a true Indiana original, Governor Mike Pence (@GovPenceIN) September 17, 2016. Seven years later, after he passed, Hayes was finally inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2009. Mexican wrestler who teamed with the Great Goliath. Ellis was quickly catapulted into main events and was a frequent challenger to NWA World Champion Buddy Rogers. New Zealand wrestler. The Anderson/Flair Feud Puts Gene Anderson in the Poster: Flair vs. Anderson at Cincinnati Gardens. Bob Ellis probably didn't see death looming on Nov. 3, 1989, as a muskie boat motored toward his little skiff on Wisconsin's Papoose Lake. Glaze took care of the household while she was away. The Dallas Cowboys Are Officially on Pace To Have the Worst Defense in NFL History. artist. Oldest in the wrestling industry ever verified. Buy "Big Gold". Also wrestled as The Battling Bohemian and Red Menace. As the Kentuckians were dominating a couple of heel jobbers, our TV host broke in with an important bulletin: The promoter, Mr. Jim Crockett, has ordered Rip Hawk to meet Cowboy Bob Ellis on the next card at the Lexington YMCA! Art images copyright of artist or assignee. Wrestled in Germany, France, Japan and AWA. subscribers. Another tag team match led to lethality when Alberto Torres (a member of the beloved Torres Brothers team) allied with "Cowboy" Bob Ellis to take on heels Ox Baker and the Claw. Most recently wrestled on October 22, 2022, at Niigata Pro Wrestling event in Niigata, Japan, where he teamed with, Last wrestled at the 2022 C-K Autumnfest in Kenova, West Virginia, where he teamed with, DeNucci wrestled his last match at a PWS card in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, teaming up with, Last wrestled at the 2019 Expo Lucha convention in San Diego, California, teaming up with. Wrestled in her last match in a tag team match with Stormy Apple as they lost to Josie Navarro and Margaret Garcia at Ladies International Wrestling Association in Las Vegas, Nevada. Call IndyStar photo coordinator Dawn Mitchell at (317) 444-6497. The Jacksonville, Florida, native attended Florida A&M University. "Comeback Cowboy," by Jennifer Denison, Senior Editor, Copyright 2000-2023 askART All Rights Reserved|askART is a registered trademark|, Is the artist identified with any particular, Where, when, and under whom did the artist receive. Itwas a staple for the then-independent network, which broadcast severaloriginal shows, including anotherchildren's program called "Janie," starring Janie Hodge. Mexican actor, wrestling announcer and baseball broadcaster. He wrestled for Pacific Northwest, Stampede, NWA, and WWWF. Other persons, seeing Read all about Cowboy Bob Ellis with TV Guide's exclusive biography including their list of awards, celeb facts and more at TV Guide. From 1970 to 1989, Bob hosted the afternoon cartoon show on WTTV Channel 4. Famous for a face that graced . The announcer forcefully stated We dont want any trouble here; this is from the crippled children to Cowboy Bob. Hawk yells I have birthdays tooand those stinking kids never did anything for me! Today she volunteers with IndyReads, the adult literacy organization, and the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra. He was preparing for a show this fallto celebrate the 100th anniversary of Indiana state parks. Wrestled in AWA. Hayes was a once in a lifetime talent, and he left his legacy in the NFL. List of oldest surviving professional wrestlers, Oldest wrestlers to ever perform 70 and over, Last edited on 20 February 2023, at 04:23, British Empire/Commonwealth Heavyweight Championship, List of premature professional wrestling deaths, "Seattle promoter Harry Elliott dead at 101", "Gary Will: Deceased Pro Wrestlers A Tribute to Mat Stars of the Past", "Betty Wagner, first wife of WWE Hall of Famer Gorgeous George, dead at 98", "Deepest condolences to @nicklaroberts and family on the passing of her mom Lorraine Johnson at age 90. Please include in your biography answers to as He wasn't dressed like a cowboy, he was dressed like Bob Glaze. Oldest living female wrestler. I'm still here. "It's amazing all the great programming and great memories that came out of that incredibly small (WTTV-4) building on Bluff Road," he said. Call IndyStar reporter James Briggs at (317) 444-6307. Oldest surviving Mexican women wrestler. The Cowboys selected him in the seventh round of the 1964 NFL draft. Hard to believe, but he truly was.". The oldest female wrestler was Princess Bonita (19192014), aged 94years, 273days. Non-Dealers and Museums: Cowboy: Bob Lilly Stands Alone as The Greatest No.74 in Dallas Cowboys History Rocky Garza Jr June 29, 2022 5 We're officially 74 days away until Week 1 of the 2022 NFL Regular season, and. This is a list of oldest surviving professional wrestlers.As of 2017, there are 42 living veterans from the "Golden Age of Wrestling" (1950s-1970s) over 75 years old.The last surviving wrestler from the "Pioneer Era" (1900s-1940s) was American wrestler Angelo Savoldi (born April 21, 1914, died September 13, 2013, aged 99 years, 145 days).The title of the oldest verified wrestler of all . Hayes had a remarkable NFL and track career. I'm so curious. Also was a bodybuilder, swimmer, and actor. One of the first to don the "Cowboy" monikers, Bob Ellis was actually a legitimate cowboy. Also later on in his career he wrestled as Enforcer Luciano in NWA Hollywood. Wrestled as The Minnesota Farm Boy from 1957 to 1966. "I just want people to know he truly cared," Gail said. After a college career at Texas Christian University (TCU), he played for the Dallas Cowboys of the National Football League (NFL) from 1961 to 1974. Papaw believed what he saw on TV. He died at Community Heart and Vascular Hospital. Cowboy Bob Ellis (Q16264612) From Wikidata. The long-time fascination with the American West had been capitalized on by pro-wrestling promoters for many years and would be for many years after, but perhaps no one mastered the character quite like Cowboy Bob Ellis. Enter Bob Glaze. Also later on in his career he wrestled as Enforcer Luciano in NWA Hollywood. Wrestled in the WWWF from 1964 to 1969. Bob Glaze, better known as " Cowboy Bob ," passed away Friday afternoon. 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