Tag: Paul Jones

Bob Bruggers, dead at 80, followed Wahoo into wrestling

Posted by Greg Oliver | May 13, 2024 | Obituaries, The Sporting Connection

Bob Bruggers, who died on Friday, May 10, owes his wrestling career to his roommate while he...

Dick Slater, dead at 67, was ‘Mr. Unpredictable’

Posted by Greg Oliver | Oct 18, 2018 | Interviews, Obituaries

Long-time promoter Jim Barnett gave Dick Slater the name of “Mr. Unpredictable,” and...

To George South, Paul Jones will always be ‘No. 1’

Posted by Steven Johnson | Apr 30, 2018 | Interviews, Obituaries

In 1977, the Masked Superstar committed the dastardly deed of cutting the dark hair of popular...

‘No. 1’ Paul Jones was a beloved hero, hated heel

Posted by Steven Johnson | Apr 19, 2018 | Interviews, Obituaries

In spring 1972, Jack Brisco invited Paul Jones to work in the Florida territory for promoter Eddie...

Old school still rules in Charlotte

Posted by Steven Johnson | Aug 20, 2005 | Events, Interviews

CHARLOTTE — Just declare this North Carolina city a “diva-free zone.” Diva...

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