Bronwyne Billington wants her father, The Dynamite Kid (Tommy Billington) to be remembered and respected.
Billington has posted a petition asking that he be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame.
Davey Boy Smith, Billington’s partner in The British Bulldogs tag team was inducted in 2020.
In the petition, she states that as his eldest child she feels it is her duty to promote and protect his memory. She asserts he was a pioneer who “changed the face of the sport with his unique style and undeniable stage presence.”
She writes: “The Dynamite Kid, born Thomas Billington, was a trailblazer in the wrestling industry. Known for his technical prowess and high-flying moves, he was a major influence on countless wrestlers who followed in his footsteps. From his time at Stampede Wrestling in Canada to his unforgettable matches in Japan, and his remarkable run in the WWE as part of the British Bulldogs, my father undeniably left a mark on wrestling history. His contributions have been recognized by fans, sports writers, and wrestlers alike, making his exclusion from the WWE Hall of Fame a notable oversight. Many wrestling legends cite him as one of the best to ever step into the ring, and his influence is evident in the styles and approaches of numerous WWE Hall of Famers today.”
She asks the WWE to honour his memory and all of his work in the ring with an induction into their Hall of Fame.
“The WWE Hall of Fame serves as a way to honor those who have made lasting impacts on the sport. Inducting The Dynamite Kid would not only recognize his extraordinary contributions but also fulfill the wishes of countless fans who have long awaited this honor for him. For many fans and family members, seeing him recognized posthumously would be a dream come true, offering a final tribute to a man who gave so much to the wrestling world. Please join me in calling on the WWE to honor The Dynamite Kid by inducting him into their Hall of Fame. Your signature can make all the difference, paying tribute to a legend who deserves a rightful place among wrestling’s greatest figures. Sign this petition and let the WWE know that The Dynamite Kid’s time for recognition has come.”
As of press time 1,094 have signed the petition. You can find it here.
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