Barbara Laine Ellis (top right) (born 20 February 1940) was a co founder of the vocal group The Fleetwoods. Wrestled mainly in Mexico and WCCW. 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. Al Tomko: "The best bad guy as you call them is Mad Dog Vachon. 14. The film, directed by James Bridges, followed a young Texan (Travolta) who leaves home and his mama (Betty Murphy) and moves to Houston to work at an oil refinery. 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. Oldest British wrestler in history, Second oldest worldwide. Wrestled in AWA. Ellis won the third fall with the bulldog headlock. "He loved it and did so many personal appearances and charity work. 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. Last known match took place in Carnoustie, Scotland. From Martinique wrestled for Pacific Northwest and Stampede Wrestling. Read all about Cowboy Bob Ellis with TV Guide's exclusive biography including their list of awards, celeb facts and more at TV Guide. Cowboy Bob Ellis Match Results (1950-59) "I was wrestling Cowboy Bob Ellis. Although Cowboy Bob's show hasbeen off the air for 27 years, he is stillaffectionately remembered by babyboomers and Gen Xers, who grew up at a time when there were few options on television. And I'm definitely sure there's more to Simone's story, I think it's somehow related to Meredith, Ellis or Richard's part. Wrestled in Studio Wrestling out of Pittsburgh in the 1950s and 1960s. 1. Bob Glaze, a Central Indiana television icon and animal lover better known as "Cowboy Bob," died Friday in Indianapolis. Worked as Purple Haze. Social media mourns death of children's TV icon 'Cowboy Bob'. Oldest female, mainly wrestled as Princess White Dove. Wrestled in a tag team match with Jeff Justice and Officer McKenny to defeat, Wrestled in a tag team match with Shawn Blanchard and Lou Martin to defeat Bobby O, Kris Kash, Shane Starr and Justin Sane for. "That time will never, ever happen again. From 1970 to 1989, Bob hosted the afternoon cartoon show on WTTV Channel 4. edit. The oldest female wrestler was Princess Bonita (19192014), aged 94years, 273days. At Florida A&M, he received a scholarship to play football and competed in track and had a lot of success. If you were a kid in the 70 and 80's, you probably learned a thing or two from "Cowboy Bob". The official cause of death has not been determined. 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Click covers above for more information. Oldest female, mainly wrestled as Princess White Dove. Bob Moline (Born 1938) is active/lives in Texas, Oklahoma. 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. Hayes was a once in a lifetime talent, and he left his legacy in the NFL. As of 2017, there are 42 living veterans from the "Golden Age of Wrestling" (1950s1970s) over 75 years old. 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. 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. He appeared first as the host of the Chuck Wagon Theatre before it became known simply as Cowboy Bobs Corral.. The Funk-DiBiase match was stopped by Kirby Suggs of the Texas . your entry, often add to the data. Excellent and Psycho Mike. Radio's Bob Kevoian signs off; plans to be well-traveled retiree. Nov. 9, 2019, 11:37 AM PST. She was inducted in November2015. Please introduce your information as follows: "The following biographical They had no children. On July 26, 1939, in Olney, Texas, Bob Lilly blessed his parents' coming to the world. Robert Keith "Bob" Orton, Jr. (born November 10, 1950) is an American professional wrestler, better known by his ring name, "Cowboy" Bob Orton. He was the total package for a babyface - tall and handsome, well-built and able to work with any heel. For all others who have useful information Last wrestled for New Age Wrestling in Australia, defeating Bo Boman. MORGANTOWN, Ind. Wrestled last match as a replecement for Nick Strong, teaming with, Last wrestled on November 14, 2021, for an event in Guadalajara, Mexico where he defeated. Just the facts, please. available for sale." Multi-time regional champion. There were educational features, crafts, music and the occasional visit from animals from the Indianapolis Zoo. 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. His bloody bouts with Ellis drew big crowds to Kiel Auditorium, but Hawk never forgot to have a little fun in the ring. Non-Dealers and Museums: Birthday: January 23, 1907. We do not exercise control over third party websites. The show served as an introduction for syndicated cartoons. Language Label Description Also known as; English: Cowboy Bob Ellis. If you do not know a great deal about the artist, He wasn't dressed like a cowboy, he was dressed like Bob Glaze. Referee, and British Wrestlers Reunion President until BWR ended in January 2022 after 30 years. Bob was 81 years old at the time of death. The show included banter between Janie and a cast of puppets such as Gilroy Gopher, Mailboxer, Silly Snake and the grouchy Treble Clef, who lived in an upright piano. Armstrong's last match was for Continental Championship Wrestling in Dothan, Alabama, where he defeated The Assassin. Sources say that Gama remained active as a wrestler until 1952. He never got over being Cowboy Bob, and he and I got along just dandy," recalledHodge. He was born in Maplewood, Missouri, on November 29, 1927. Because I'm still alive. Dealers and Museums will be automatically credited with a link to their Well be back following the station break! Age at Death: 81. But the female in the wrestling industry was Betty Wagner, the valet of Gorgeous George who lived to 98 years old in 2011. Cowboy Carlson & Cowboy Bob Ellis beat Sir Nelson Royal & The Viking (Bob Morse) Arm wrestling match Mr. Clean beat Mephisto (dq) U.S. ORDERS . 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. Please note: All biographies will be fully Oldest Canadian Wrestler. Headin' for the chuck wagon, It's just around the bend, Pretty soon my mornin' ride will, Come to an end. Orton would be. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Tag Archives: Cowboy Bob Ellis Cowboy Bob and Peyton Place. The last surviving wrestler from the "Pioneer Era" (1900s1940s) was American wrestler Angelo Savoldi (born April 21, 1914, died September 13, 2013, aged 99years, 145days). To see all the matches Cowboy Bob Ellis fought in a specific month, click the respective number in the index. Hayes spent 10 seasons playing for the Cowboys and spent his final season with the San Francisco 49ers. Statements. If viewers could not get on the shows set, they had another option just as good. The couple married in May 1976. When submitting biographical information, we appreciate your consideration of Joe wrestled his last match at the Gypsy Joe retirement show held in Tullahoma, Tennessee by the Southern Wrestling Federation. We did a MountainDew commercial and a Christmas album, and he made regular appearances on my show," recalled Hodge. Former. Known as Sammy Berg. Kowalski wrestled his last match as he defeated Gino Giovanni with the clawhold at Top Rope Promotions in Fall River, Massachusetts. 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. Bob Ellis Height 6' 2" (188 cm) Weight 246 lbs (112 kg) Debut 1950 Retired 1980 Bob Ellis is a retired American Professional wrestler . The studio audience was still voicing their displeasure of Rips appearance at such a touching moment. Excellent and Psycho Mike. 0 references. New Zealand wrestler. This is a list of oldest surviving professional wrestlers. 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. For more action visit http://www.ClassicWrestli. This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. 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! Bob Moline is known for Western theme painting, saddle design and making. Began his career in the 1940s. Cowboy Bob Ellis also became known for his willingness to bleed and his wars with men like Dick the Bruiser, Fritz Von Erich, Ray Stevens and Killer Karl Kox regular turned into bloodbaths. Wrestled last match as a replecement for Nick Strong, teaming with, Last wrestled on November 14, 2021, for an event in Guadalajara, Mexico where he defeated. Wrestled in the WWWF from 1964 to 1969. Call IndyStar reporter James Briggs at (317) 444-6307. For a generation of Hoosiers, Cowboy Bob was an after-school companion who entertained with his cast of TV characters. 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. Also later on in his career he wrestled as Enforcer Luciano in NWA Hollywood. Seven years later, after he passed, Hayes was finally inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2009. Family Wife Anne Brooksbank, Writer Child He had one child, When his first child, Jack Ellis, was born, Bob Ellis was 13 years old. he/she is in your list of artists), and submit your biography there. The Cowboys selected him in the seventh round of the 1964 NFL draft. The letter "J" was incorporated around the set,and members of the production crew would be recruited to sing and dance. INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. Rip Hawks horrific actions completely overshadow the main event. Wrestled for NWA Vancouver and AWA from 1960 to 1972, Japanese female wrestler. As Bob Bradbury Jr., he played juvenile roles in silent films, then took the stage name Bob Steele in 1927. Was the promoter of Seattle wrestling, from 1958 to 1969 he was the sole promoter in Washington, Idaho, and Northeast Oregon. Oldest surviving Mexican women wrestler. Mr. This man here, he's an animal. The fact that we link to a website is not an endorsement, authorization or representation of our affiliation with that third party. Owns Pro Wrestling America. Carroll W Hall I love history and nostalgia. Icing, candles and other decorations explode over the desk, announcer and the combatants. Buy "Big Gold". registered with askART your best approach is to log in, choose the artist (once 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. Magnum T.A. Czechslovakian wrestler. "The best thing I ever did was performing with the symphony. The show later was retitled "Cowboy Bob's Corral.". He was 73 years old. She took part in a Falls Count Anywhere 2-on-1 Handicap Match against. information has been provided by Jane Doe, the niece of the artist." Also available in Hardcover. I'm still here. a biography. 2023 www.indystar.com. Bob Moline is known for Western theme painting, saddle design and making. In 1963, he broke the 100-yard dash record with a time of 9.1. Inducted into the. Jane Woods Hodge hosted the "Popeye and Janie" show on WTTV-Channel 4 from 1963 to 1986. 2. One former player who was part of the Cowboys championship team was 'Bullet' Bob Hayes. He wrestled for Pacific Northwest, Stampede, NWA, and WWWF. The times that he was posting in college were remarkable. many of the following questions as possible: Dealer Note: Please enter books, periodicals and museum Composer / musician (country) who wrote the 1972 hit instrumental Dueling Banjos. Wrestled in the Central States and was a light heavyweight champion. There were different types of matches included in the feud. They shared their home on five wooded acres in Morgan County withthree dogs, three cats, an aquarium, deer and birds. The announcer apologizes for what he describes as the single worst thing that had ever happened in wrestling. After getting a vivid description of the incident, she proclaimed He must be the devil. For the sake of the television set, Im glad grandpa wasnt there. There was a car that had a sign that read 'Janie and Cowboy Bob,she laughed. Itwas a staple for the then-independent network, which broadcast severaloriginal shows, including anotherchildren's program called "Janie," starring Janie Hodge. Hodge also teaches and plays contract bridge competitively at the Indianapolis Bridge Center. Torres was injured during the match and died three days later after taking the Heart Punch. French-Canadian wrestler. 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. The title of the oldest verified wrestler of all time belongs to Polish-born American wrestler Abe Coleman (19052007), who lived 101years, 189days. Please include in your biography answers to as the discriminating collector. There are many strong biographies that you may refer to on our website, such as Ellis, 71, likely assumed the approaching boat carried fishermen wanting to visit. Bob James EllisKnoxville, TNBob James Ellis, age 90, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, May 23, 2018. All the Anderson history in one timeline! Well known in Los Angeles, Texas and WWWF from 1972 to 1974. He would have this sudden mindset of, 'OK, it's time to be Cowboy Bob and perform,' even though everything he did as Cowboy Bob was things he truly believed in as Bob Glaze. From 1962 to 1964, Hayes was the AAU 100-yard champion, and in 1964 he was an NCAA champion in the 200-meter dash. "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. We must restore order here! His brilliant canvases are full of feeling, where Hayes had a memorable collegiate career, and he was inducted into the inaugural class of the Florida A&M University Sports Hall of Fame in 1976. a dealer or museum not currently registered, please He was from Oklahoma, but he wasn't a cowboy. RIP "Cowboy Bob" Glaze, you were a true Indiana original, Governor Mike Pence (@GovPenceIN) September 17, 2016. Referee, and British Wrestlers Reunion President until BWR ended in January 2022 after 30 years. Wrestled in Germany, France, Japan and AWA. WTTV canceled "Cowboy Bob's Corral"in 1989, a move that stung Glaze. Raised in Texas. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Robert 'Buzz' Henry . He finished his career with 371 receptions for 7,414 yards and 71 touchdowns. If he was still alive, I'm positive that my Grandfather would have absolutely loved this, since the heyday of most of the people discussed like Dick the Bruiser, Da Crusher, Billy Red Cloud . First African-American promoter & manager working under Vincent J. McMahon. Wrestled his last match defeating Rat Ferraro at a wrestling event in Montreal, Canada. Could going solar work for your home and budget? Wrestled in the UK, Asia, Middle East and India. Bob's larger-than-life p American Western star and character actor whose career spanned six decades. The Last Ride of Cowboy Bob He wore a Western hat, never spoke a word, and robbed bank after bank. All about the 1959 NWA belt and the history of the NWA title during that era. but I cherished the books then and still have themhe said bookishly (that's a joke that only Tom Swift cognoscenti will getand wince atsorry). The entire hospital organized a farewell party for Meredith. 6 views, 4 likes, 0 loves, 2 comments, 0 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from Classic Wrestling Videos: Cowboy Bob Ellis Takes On Dale Valentine In Texas. The Dallas Cowboys Are Officially on Pace To Have the Worst Defense in NFL History. Another good feud that Fritz Von Erich had was with Cowboy Bob Ellis. Frost. So in this article, we will discuss Bob Lilly's career earnings and his full biography. Johnny Boyd d Spike Robson. 3 April 2014. Musician and wrestled in the Pacific Northwest. He was 59at the time, and he also battled prostate cancer and liver ailments. New Zealand wrestler. 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. A Shortridge High School graduate, Hodgereceived a degree from the Indiana University School of Music. Instantly upon finishing his insult he sucker punched Ellis and smashes him head first into the cake. Raised in Texas. 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. Born in Iraq, wrestled in AWA and WWF as General Adnan. Janie was much more than someone who introduced cartoons (her program showed more than cartoons fromstrongman Popeye). Bob Lilly's Family and Early Life. The Cowboys have won five NFL championships and have dominated the NFC in the early years. Hayes won two gold medals in the 100 meters and the 4X100 meter relay. The speedster did not waste any time making an impact when he entered the league. I did not go to the grocery in curlers," she laughed. American professional wrestler. After a tour of Korea and a stint in the NFL, Bob Ellis was opening California-style gyms around Texas before jumping into the pro-wrestling game. Hajji Baba d Abe Lightfoot. Wrestled as The Minnesota Farm Boy from 1957 to 1966. 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. World-famous fitness guru had a brief pro wrestling career in 1938. Mexican wrestler who teamed with the Great Goliath. Hayes finished with 12 touchdowns in 1965 and 13 in 1966. 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. . He died at St. Joseph's Hospital in Burbank, California, following a long illness. Wrestled his last match on a AAA show in a loss to El Pistolero in San Pedro Cholula, Mexico. Born. ELVIS is alive and well and working as a singing pastor in Arkansas, according to conspiracy theorists. 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 . Wrestled in AWA. Bob Moline (Born 1938) is active/lives in Texas, Oklahoma. I'm afraid when he had a fight, anything went.". Cable television gave children more viewing options. Last wrestled for Lucha Libre Acapulco in, Most recently wrestled on August 6, 2022, for. She took part in a Falls Count Anywhere 2-on-1 Handicap Match against. He led the league in receiving touchdowns during the 1965 and 1966 season. We just kind of hit it off.". Five time NWA Polynesian Pacific Heavyweight Champion. TheDallas Cowboyshave had a lot of success throughout the history of the NFL. Hayes played for the Cowboys from 1965 to 1974. Oldest Canadian Wrestler. Also has trained many wrestlers like. 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. 9. is rewarding for all of us to see artists' files grow, and others may be eager Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Voice of World Class Championship Wrestling. "While he was preparing right before a program, I could see this transformation occur: Bob Glaze to Cowboy Bob," Glaze's wife, Gail, told IndyStar. Please keep in mind that askART is not a promotional site, and accordingly He worked like an animal in the ring, like a brawl. - IMDb Mini Biography By: frankfob2@yahoo.com Family (2) Trivia (7) Educated at Glendale High School, Glendale, CA. It was on one such trip to Nigeria in 1982 that Ellis decided to call it quits. Wrestled for Pacific Northwest, WCCW and NWA Georgia. He continued to dominate throughout his career with the Cowboys, and he was a part of the Super Bowl-winning team during the 1971 season. Glaze's sister-in-law, Linda Landrum, said he was still meticulous about entertaining audienceseven after spending more than four decades as Cowboy Bob. Horse: Rusty. "It's amazing. President of the WWF from 1978 to 1984. If you do not know a great deal about the He was an entertainer until the end, putting on a showmost recently in August at the Indiana State Fair. The things he was doing in college were simply amazing. Glaze, who had a history of heart problems, became ill after Labor . It was simpler, no doubt about it. 74 since. Also wrestled as The Battling Bohemian and Red Menace. He would be 101 years 10 months 26 days old if still alive. He also tells us Cowboy Bob Ellis is so upset he cannot appear on camera for fear of what he may say, but Bob wants to assure the kids at the Crippled Children's Home that he would avenge the loss of their life savings. 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 for Pacific Northwest, WCCW and NWA Georgia. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. She was royalty to Indianapolis children. "He was preparing to do his gig.". Vincent called Cowboy Bob a special part of his childhood. With the recent passing of the legendary wrestler, manager, and broadcaster, Bobby Heenan, we decided to research some of the oldest wrestlers still alive. 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