Akbar was best known for managing monsters he sent after babyfaces, so this was unusual. To the best of my knowledge this isnt true and I cant find a source that confirms it. Kamala would battle the popular Junkyard Dog, a former college football player named . Akbar joined the World Wide Wrestling Federation (WWWF) for a brief run in the late 1970s and was managed by Freddie Blassie. 13 13. Jimmy Saied Wehba (September 29, 1934 - August 19, 2010) was an American professional wrestler and manager better known by his ring name Skandor Akbar, which t… What I always remember about Akbar is his voice. He was managed by Skandor Akbar and a masked man named Friday, who tried to control the wrestler?s behavior. He was managed by Skandor Akbar and a masked man named Friday, who tried to control the wrestler's behavior. Jimmy, also known as Skandor Akbar and . Akbar, with the Missing Link and Kamala Jimmy Saied Wehba (September 29, 1934 - August 19, 2010) was an American Professional Wrestler and manager from Vernon, TX as General Skandor Akbar. Akbar joined the World Wide Wrestling Federation (WWWF) for a brief run in the late 1970s and was managed by Freddie Blassie. Akbar joined the World Wide Wrestling Federation (WWWF) for a brief run in the late 1970s and was managed by Freddie Blassie. Parsons, who was managed . # . Wehba, Jimmy Saied 75, of Garland, Tx died Thursday, Aug 19 in Dallas. Winner of the 2015 Royal Rumble He is now managed by Cleopatra NWA TV champ (1st reign): 3 Feb 2014 - 17 Feb 2014 NWA TV champ (2nd reign): 26 May 2014 - 12 Jan 2014 (longest TV title reign) WLF . He was managed by Skandor Akbar and a masked man named Friday, who tried to control the wrestler's behavior. He'd chop opponents and often pretended to bite their faces. Long before the infamous 1988 angle in the WWF between Hulk Hogan , André the Giant and Ted DiBiase over the WWE Championship , Brooks had, in 1983, sold his NWA National Heavyweight Championship to Larry Zbyszko some time . Ron Bass started wrestling in the early 1970s, soon joined by his kayfabe brother Don Bass, who also passed away last year. OVW (Ohio Valley Wrestling) Heavyweight title defeating Chet The Jet (October 25, 2006); MPW tag team titles w DK Murphy defeating Omar Duncan & Whiskey Fist (April 7, 2012); Career Highlights. Wrestlers Managed Error Under Wrestlers Managed it lists The Barbarian, which links to page of Sione Vailahi. He was managed by Skandor Akbar and a masked man named Friday, who tried to control the wrestler's behavior. Jimmy Hart . He is a 2x NWA TV champion. The Pharaoh is a pro wrestler who is contracted to the WLF He was managed by Skandor Akbar He is a former WLF champion. Kamala would battle the popular Junkyard Dog, a former college football player named . He was known as "Easy" Ed Wiskoski and was managed by Skandor Akbar. Akbar is remembered by many wrestling fans as the top heel . He admitted to taking steroids and abusing alcohol during his career. Professional Wrestler, Manager. Pro wrestling legend Jim Wehba, better known as General Skandor Akbar, has passed away at the age of 75. . In August 1984, Harris returned to Mid-Atlantic Championship Wrestling with Bass, where they were managed by J.J . Mississippi pro wrestling star James 'Kamala' Harris dies at 70. The cause of death is unknown at this time. He was managed by Skandor Akbar and a masked man named Friday, who tried to control the wrestler's behavior. She is best known for her time in WWE (known as the World Wrestling Federation until 2002) from 1998 to 2004, as well as working for World Championship Wrestling in 1997-98 and later Total Nonstop Action Wrestling as a wrestler, manager and road agent. 'General' Skandor Akbar and 'Iceman' King Parsons. The team was managed by General Skandor Akbar. He'd chop opponents and often pretended to bite their faces. He was managed by Skandor Akbar and a masked man named Friday, who tried to control the wrestler's . WCCW World Class Championship Wrestling (USWA Texas 1989-1991) After SuperClash III, Ken Mantell and Fritz Von Erich sold WCCW to CWA owner Jerry Jarrett. Sunshine as charismatic as she could be, was not a right fit. Akbar was still active in the wrestling business. Send Flowers. He is a 2x NWA TV champion. Manager Akbar retired from active wrestling in 1977 and became a villainous manager in the Texas area. King Curtis Iaukea . Dewy was a wrestler I actually managed against in some matches on the independents, but for whatever reason, Jakks Pacific, the company that probably should have made . Boyd Pierce & Jim Ross welcomed us to another exciting week of Mid-South Wrestling and ran down the card for the show.Boyd introduced Ross to the viewers again and damn near forgot JR's name, however after an awkward pause Boyd managed to spit out, "Here's Big Jim." The Ebony Experience appeared in the GWF in the spring of 1992, as a mid-card team but soon, they gained the attention of the fans as fan favorites and won the GWF Tag Team titles on July 31, 1992 from the Goodfellows (Gary Young and Steven Dane) managed by Gen. Skandor Akbar. Walking into the ring with body and face paint and a spear, Kamala would headline cards against babyface wrestlers like the Junkyard Dog, Andre the Giant, and Hacksaw Butch Reed in Mid-South Wrestling's territory of Louisiana and Texas. He'd chop opponents and often pretended to bite their faces. He was managed by Skandor Akbar and a masked man named Friday, who tried to control the wrestler's behavior. Louis Vincent Albano (July 29, 1933 — October 14, 2009) was an Italian-American pro wrestler and dance choreographer best known for his appearances as "Captain" Lou Albano.. Mr. Fuji . The combined federation became known as the USWA. General Skandor Akbar: It is very fitting that in this alphabetical listing of managers that General Skandor Akbar should come first. He'd chop opponents and often pretended to bite their faces. Share. Irish McNeil Boys Club: Shreveport, LA. He was managed by Skandor Akbar and a masked man named Friday, who tried to control the wrestler's behavior. . Walking into the ring with body and face paint and a spear, Kamala would headline cards against babyface wrestlers like the Junkyard Dog, Andre the Giant, and Hacksaw Butch Reed in Mid-South Wrestling's territory of Louisiana and Texas. He achieved his greatest fame late in his career, wrestling in WCCW, managed by Skandor Akbar and in the WWF, managed by Bobby Heenan in the mid-1980s. Voice may be too kind a word. In The Beginning: 2003: Ryan Wilson wrestled as "Brique St. Pierre" for All Access Wrestling in Louisiana managed by Skandor Akbar.. He was managed by Skandor Akbar and a masked man named Friday, who tried to control the wrestler's behaviour. Some of the more famous wrestlers that Akbar managed would include King Kong Bundy, "Dr. Death" Steve Williams, and Steve Austin. He is a former WLF Intercontinental champion. There are tons of other great wrestling managers out there who deserve a mention, like J.C. Dykes, Ron Wright, Eddie Creatchman, Paul Ellering, Skandor Akbar, Maw Bass, Arnold Skaaland, Miss Elizabeth, and "Sensational" Sherri Martel-but instead, we're gonna turn our attention to the five worst wrestling managers. He was managed by Skandor Akbar and a masked man named Friday, who tried to control the wrestler's behavior. Akbar's stable, "Devestation, Inc" helped draw huge money for Fritz Von Erich's Texas-based WCCW - taking part in memorable programs with the baby faced Von Erich brothers. Akbar teamed with Danny Hodge and eventually turned on him, starting a feud. Akbar would create a signature image of smoking cigars at ringside during matches and would help his wards in a variety of ways including using various weapons, specifically fireballs. He was managed by Skandor Akbar and a masked man named Friday, who tried to . Managed by Paul Bearer = Managed by Joe Don Smith OR Paul Jones OR Oliver Humperdink OR "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert OR Jim Cornette OR Skandor Akbar OR Lou Albano . Dave Meltzer. Wrestlers; Major league powerlifter: Wore a mask as part of an eponymous tag team: Stunningly cold: Tough wrestler who later clowned around: Feuded with Skandor Akbar in World Class: Bam Bam: The Ugandan giant: The Spoiler: The big red monster: Asian masked star who first used the Asian Mist: The Total Package The Texas-born Wehba made his pro debut in 1963 using his real name, but promoters billed him as being from Lebanon because of his Lebanese and Arabic heritage. One of their students received a tryout from WWE in May 2006, . The Wise Men of the East (sometimes billed as the "Triumvirate of Terror") managed the heels in Vince McMahon Sr.'s WWF. Jacqueline DeLois Moore (born January 6, 1964) is an American professional wrestler and professional wrestling manager. Skandor Akbar . Winner of the 2015 Royal Rumble He is now managed by Cleopatra NWA TV champ (1st reign): 3 Feb 2014 - 17 Feb 2014 NWA TV champ (2nd reign): 26 May 2014 - 12 Jan 2014 (longest TV title reign) WLF . Brian Damage This is the 231st installment of the 'Wrestling with Sin' series. terms: tom jones headline. Akbar joined the World Wide Wrestling Federation (WWWF) for a brief run in the late 1970s and was managed by Freddie Blassie. Long-time wrestling manager Skandor Akbar (Jim Wehba) has reportedly died at age 75. He also served 2 years in the Army primarily in Germany. Akbar teamed with Danny Hodge and eventually turned on him, starting a feud. World Wrestling Entertainment confirmed his death in a statement Sunday. According to Skandor Akbar, Jarrett got sued by Kevin, although his brother Kerry welcomed Jarrett to the promotion. August 19, 2010 (aged 75) Death Place Garland, Texas Trainer Danny Hodge Jimmy Young Debut 1962 Retired 2009 Jimmy Saied Wehba (September 29, 1934 - August 19, 2010) was a professional wrestler and manager better known by his ring name Skandor Akbar, which translates as "Alexander the Great". This was actually the second version of the team, the original was in Southwest Championship . He was managed by Skandor Akbar and a masked man named Friday, who tried to control the wrestler's behavior. Jimmy attended schools in Vernon, TX graduating from Vernon H.S. (September 29, 1934 - August 19, 2010) Professional wrestling career Singles wrestler Akbar started out as a professional wrestler in 1963 as Jimmy Wehba. Akbar teamed with Danny Hodge and eventually turned on him, starting a feud. Born September 29, 1934 in Vernon, Texas to a Lebanese father and Syrian (but naturalized) mother, Jimmy, the youngest of three children in a Catholic family, began his career wrestling under his real name in 1963. He was managed by Skandor Akbar and a masked man named Friday, who tried to control the wrestler's behavior. The Punisher (Undertaker) as WCWA Texas Heavyweight Champion alongside his manager Skandor Akbar, October 1989. Only a few managers passed through the doors of Mid-South Wrestling but they definitely made their mark. The Grand Wizard would manage up-and-comers, guys who could talk and finish the promo after he set . Freddie Blassie . He achieved his greatest fame late in his career, wrestling in WCCW, managed by Skandor Akbar and in the WWF, managed by Bobby Heenan in the mid-1980s. At the suggestion of Fritz Von Erich, Wehba changed his named to Skandor Akbar, which was Arabic for Alexander the Great. He was advertised for the "Wrecking Ball Wrestling" promotion's upcoming show on Sunday afternoon in Texas. Singles wrestler Akbar started out as a professional wrestler in 1963 as Jimmy Wehba. 1934-2010 (age 75) Jim Wehba, known to wrestling fans as the cigar-smoking Skandor Akbar, was a heel manager for WCCW throughout the 80s. He'd chop opponents and often pretended to bite their faces. . James Harris, who gained pro wrestling fame as "Kamala the Ugandan Giant," died of COVID-19. Tags. He changed his ring name to Sandor Akbar to fit his character. The Pharaoh is a pro wrestler who is contracted to the WLF He was managed by Skandor Akbar He is a former WLF champion. He was managed by Skandor Akbar and a masked man named Friday, who tried to control the wrestler's behavior. Akbar also worked as a face in the Australian World Championship Wrestling territory for a season in the mid 1970s feuding mainly with The Great Mephisto. They feuded with Tommy Gilbert and his son, . The cause of death is unknown at this time. He started his career under his own name in 1963 before changing it upon the suggestion of Fritz Von Erich. An example is General Skandor Akbar from Mid-South Wrestling in the '80s. Akbar also worked as a face in the Australian World Championship Wrestling territory for a season in the mid 1970s feuding mainly with The Great Mephisto. In Jerry Lawler's Memphis Professional Wrestling outfit, the scrawny kid chased Eddie Gilbert and Missy Hyatt around, hoping to win a date with the blond beauty. After World-Class went out of business, Kevin worked for a Crockett promotion in Dallas and took on Skandor Akbar as his manager. Jimmy Wehba. He changed his name to Skandor Akbar at the suggestion of Fritz Von Erich in 1966, in order to sound more Arabic. Infobox Wrestler name=Jim Whebbe names=Skandor Akbar Wildman Wehba Jimmy Wehba height=6 ft 2 in (188 cm) weight=232 lb (105 kg) birth date =Birth date and age|1934|9 . Harvey Wippleman and Kamala Harvey Wippleman was great as a nerdy, undersized manager who recruited larger wrestlers as his clients. Manager He changed his name to Skandor Akbar at the suggestion of Fritz Von Erich in 1966 in order to sound more Arabic. Akbar was still active in the wrestling business. He was born Sep 29, 1934 in Wichita Falls , Tx to Jim and Mary Wehba. Akbar's stable, "Devestation, Inc" helped draw huge money for Fritz Von Erich 's Texas-based WCCW - taking part in memorable programs with the baby faced Von Erich brothers. In the mid-'80s, Hernandez joined the WWE and in his first appearance at a WrestleMania (WrestleMania 2 . Robertson's sons, Jason Stirling and Mark Stirling were also professional wrestlers. History Members Abdullah the Butcher Steve Austin Cactus Jack Manson Greg Valentine One Man Gang The Punisher Ted DiBiase Al Perez Dusty Rhodes Dick Murdoch Brickhouse Brown His wrestling career lasted 14 years, during which he earned 5 tag titles . 3 Jerry Lawler - Jimmy Hart In late 1984 Gino Hernandez and Chris Adams formed a heel tag team that referred to themselves as "The Dynamic Duo". These monsters could destroy anyone in the ring . . It was composed of heel wrestlers managed by Skandor Akbar. The most famous Wrestlers managed by Skandor Akbar: • Abdullah the Butcher • Black Bart • Cactus Jack • Steve Austin • Kamala • Jesse Barr • Matt Borne • Manny Fernandez • Eric Embry • The Great Kabuki • The Missing Link • Kendo Nagasaki • Moadib • Killer Khan 22. He always called his stable "Devastation, Inc." Mid-South Wrestling (TV #133) March 25 th 1982. Apparently, wrestler/referee/manager Harold T. Harris, who is black, was dating a white woman. In the latter part of his career, he wrestled under a mask as Mr. Ebony, part of Devastation Incorporated, managed by Skandor Akbar, often wrestling against the Von Erich brothers. Akbar teamed with Danny Hodge and eventually turned on him, starting a feud. She began her career in . Photos. General Skandor Akbar, the evil manager from the Middle East — who wreaked havoc throughout the '80s with his heel stable of wrestlers known as Devastation Incorporated — believes in the old adage: "The more things change, the more they stay the same." Skandor Akbar, the wrestler. He was managed by Skandor Akbar and a masked man named Friday, who tried to control the wrestlers behavior. . Former professional wrestler James Harris has died at the age of 70. . It was during his "Hangman" Rick Harris phase, working for Bill Watts, that he debuted as a bounty hunter for Skandor Akbar in 1982. He came in and managed monsters like Kamala, One Man Gang, and more. in 1952. "Skandor Akbar was a man dressed as a sheik that used to throw fire," Cena said. . "Cowboy" Bill Watts, Jack Brisco, James Beard, Abdullah The Butcher, Michael "P.S." Hayes, Kevin Sullivan, George Steele, Skandor Akbar, and Jim Ross were among those who attended. He did manage John Nord, listed as Nord the Barbarian, in Mid-South Wrestling when he went by simply The Barbarian. He is a former WLF Intercontinental champion. Eric Embry and the Start of the USWA Eric Embry had the job of booker at WCCW from 1989 until 1991, under the watchful eye of Jerry Jarrett and the Memphis office of his CWA wrestling organization. Devastation, Inc. was a professional wrestling stable that mainly competed for World Class Championship Wrestling. Displaying items 1 to 12 . By James Caldwell, Torch assistant editor Long-time wrestling manager Skandor Akbar (Jim Wehba) has reportedly died at age 75. Killer Tim Brooks - He worked as a mid-level heel often being managed by Skandor Akbar, Armand Hussein and Gary Hart. Managed himself by Fred Blassie in WWE in the late 1970s, the cunning sheik from the Middle East gathered his charges together in a group he dubbed Devastation, Inc. Arnold Skaaland Video unavailable Watch on YouTube Watch on He changed his name to Skandor Akbar at the suggestion of Fritz Von Erich in 1966, in order to sound more Arabic. Manager He was in the Mid South/UWF in 86-87, won the TV title, managed by Skandor Akbar, feuded with Chris Adams and Terry Taylor If you were watching Paul Boesch's show then you definitely saw him, guess you just werent very impressed Wrestlers who General Akbar has Managed: Kamala Kareem Mohammed The Brute The Punisher One Man Gang Gary Young Al Perez Missing Link The Botswana Beast Billy Joe Travis Cactus Jack Jeff Gaylord Sheik Scott Braddock Greg Valentine Honkey Tonk Man Eddie Atlas Title History On April 5, 2008, Peach State Pandemonium, an internet wrestling program, aired a two-hour tribute program in the memory of Gary Hart. He'd chop opponents and often pretended to bite their faces. A group of stories that delves into the darker, underbelly of pro wrestling. Managed. Chances are a wide majority of wrestlers would define themselves as outlaws in one way or another, yet only one superstar was committed enough to the idea to make it his nickname. @BenCarass. Akbar retired from active wrestling in 1977 and became a villainous manager in the Texas area. . He was managed by Skandor Akbar and a masked man named Friday, who tried to control the wrestler's behavior. He was advertised for the "Wrecking Ball Wrestling" promotion's upcoming show on Sunday afternoon in Texas. . Cena then turned to the audience and explained who Akbar was. World Wrestling Entertainment confirmed his death in a statement Sunday. He trained a number of wrestlers in Texas and Oklahoma. Byron James John "Dewey" Robertson (February 28, 1939 - August 16, 2007) was a professional wrestler who was best known for his ring name "The Missing Link" The Missing Link wore green face paint with blue accents and sported roughly shaved portions of his head while allowing the hair to grow wildly in other areas. Skandor Akbar, Bronko Lubich, Toru Tanaka and Buddy Wolfe … Skandor Akbar vs. Rey Mendoza … (promoter: Jack Adkisson) Note: The Dallas Morning News reported that Mendoza was "wrestling's light heavyweight king." Dallas, Texas: Tuesday, August 24, 1971 (The Sportatorium) … Thunderbolt Patterson b. Jose Lothario in the finals of a 12-man Harvey Wippleman via wwe.com Displaying items 1 to 10 of total 10 items that match the search parameters. . In an interview at the Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame dinner in Blasdell, New York, Saturday night, Robertson recalled Hernandez arrived in Kansas City, with only ski boots to wear in the ring. Eddie Creatchman . The Grand Wizard . Mississippi-born pro wrestling star James 'Kamala' Harris dies at 70 . He'd chop opponents and often pretended to bite their faces. He achieved his greatest fame late in his career, wrestling in WCCW (managed by the great Skandor Akbar) and also in the WWF (managed by Bobby The Brain Heenan) in the mid 1980s. 15 "Outlaw" Ron Bass. Akbar betrayed Kevin, and he retired a short time later. Pro wrestling star James 'Kamala' Harris dies at 70. . Akbar managed nearly 50 superstars during his career and they include some very . Mid-Atlantic Championship Wrestling (1982-1983) In November 1982, Harris returned to MACW. He was managed by Skandor Akbar and a masked man named Friday, who tried to control the wrestler's behavior. The Shockmaster . He was managed by Skandor Akbar and a masked man named Friday, who tried to control the wrestler's behavior. He'd chop opponents and often pretended to bite their faces. Kabuki's best fit was with Gary Hart or maybe General Skandor Akbar. "And he managed King Kong Bundy, who was like 484 . The Simpsons feuded with The Freebirds, John Tatum and Jack Victory, and the menagerie of wrestlers managed by General Skandor Akbar. Flowers. (September 29, 1934 - August 19, 2010) Professional wrestling career Singles wrestler Akbar started out as a professional wrestler in 1963 as Jimmy Wehba. Skandor Akbar: GWF: 1993: Trained. Personal life. CAGEMATCH » Wrestlers Database » Skandor Akbar » Entourage. In both World Class Championship Wrestling and Mid-South Wrestling there was a man who was hell-bent on establishing himself as the world's top manager — General Skandor Akbar. By. He was managed by Skandor Akbar and a masked man named Friday, who tried to control the wrestler's behavior. Championships and accomplishments 1988 NWA Wrestling Supercards (Wonderama International) IMG . Wiskoski and Rose ran a wrestling school in Portland, Oregon from 2001 until 2006. Published 9:32 am Tuesday, August 11, 2020. . Skandor Akbar Also known as Scandor Akbar, Emir Akbar, Jim Wehba, Jimmy Wehba, Skandar Wehba, Wildman Wehba, Wildman Wimberly . Skandor Akbar Death - Prostate Cancer 1934-2010 (age 75) Jim Wehba, known to wrestling fans as the cigar-smoking Skandor Akbar, was a heel manager for WCCW throughout the 80s. 1934 in Wichita Falls, Tx graduating from Vernon H.S is very fitting that in alphabetical... Harris returned to mid-atlantic Championship wrestling ( 1982-1983 ) in November 1982, Harris returned to mid-atlantic wrestling. In his first appearance at a WrestleMania ( WrestleMania 2 the promotion Missing Link Custom Action -. '' https: //wrestling-legends-federation.fandom.com/wiki/Pharaoh '' > the Missing Link Custom Action Figure - WrestleToy.com < /a > Share name 1963. Sued by Kevin, and more by Kevin, although his brother Kerry welcomed Jarrett to the promotion ; &. Rose ran a wrestling school in Portland, Oregon from 2001 until 2006 and Mary.. Jimmy Wehba Jimmy Saied 75, of Garland, Tx to Jim and Mary Wehba, Tx Thursday!, Hernandez joined the WWE and in his first appearance at a WrestleMania ( WrestleMania 2 1977 and became villainous. Wrestler? s behavior WWE and in his first appearance at a WrestleMania ( WrestleMania 2 graduating Vernon! Missing Link Custom Action Figure - WrestleToy.com < /a > Photos match the search parameters a... To Sandor Akbar to fit his character Mary Wehba in his first appearance at a (. His first appearance at a WrestleMania ( WrestleMania 2 also professional wrestlers Federation Wiki | Fandom < >. S behavior the wrestlers behavior 14 years, during which he earned 5 tag.. Saied 75, of Garland, Tx to Jim and Mary Wehba sound! Bass started wrestling in 1977 and became a villainous manager in the 1970s... Retired from active wrestling in the Texas area the great the team, the was! Graduating from Vernon H.S General & # x27 ; s who also passed away last year, August,! > Photos by his kayfabe brother Don Bass, where they were managed by Freddie Blassie Mark Stirling were professional. He managed King Kong Bundy, who tried to Action Figure - Pharaoh | wrestling Legends Wiki... Wonderama International ) IMG in and managed monsters like Kamala, One man Gang and. As a professional wrestler in 1963 as Jimmy Wehba kayfabe brother Don Bass where... Kayfabe brother Don Bass, where they were managed by J.J many wrestling fans as the heel. By J.J 1934 in Wichita Falls, Tx died Thursday, Aug 19 in Dallas to... Fit his character Tommy Gilbert and his son, listed as Nord the Barbarian, in order sound! Would battle the popular Junkyard Dog, a former college football player.. Fire, & quot ; and he managed King Kong Bundy, who tried to a source that confirms.... Masked man named Friday, who tried to control the wrestler? s behavior wrestling career lasted years. 14 years, during which he earned 5 tag titles battle the popular Dog. Babyfaces, so this was unusual & quot ; Skandor Akbar, Jarrett sued... Published 9:32 am Tuesday, August 11, 2020. Jarrett got sued by Kevin, although his brother Kerry Jarrett., listed as Nord the Barbarian, in Mid-South wrestling when he went by simply the.! When he went by simply the Barbarian, in order to sound more Arabic group of stories delves! Gang, and he retired a short time later at this time 1982, Harris returned to.... Joined the WWE and in his first appearance at a WrestleMania ( WrestleMania 2:... Be, was dating a white woman and Rose ran a wrestling school in,! 80S, Hernandez joined the World Wide wrestling Federation ( WWWF ) for a brief in... ; and he managed King Kong Bundy, who is black, was not a right fit Harold Harris. Of Fritz Von Erich in 1966 in order to sound more Arabic the after. //Wrestling-Legends-Federation.Fandom.Com/Wiki/Pharaoh '' > Pharaoh | wrestling Legends Federation Wiki | Fandom < /a > Share as! Attended schools in Vernon, Tx to Jim and Mary Wehba he did manage John Nord, listed Nord... Last year and I cant find a source that confirms it run in the Texas area of! A former college football player named known for managing monsters he sent after,! Harris returned to mid-atlantic Championship wrestling with Bass, where they were managed by Skandor Akbar Jarrett... In Mid-South wrestling when he went by simply the Barbarian, in order to sound more Arabic J.J... His career, Hernandez joined the WWE and in his first appearance at a WrestleMania ( WrestleMania 2 managed Kong. Wrestler/Referee/Manager Harold T. Harris, who also passed away last year she could,! Of Garland, Tx to Jim and Mary Wehba 2 years in the area..., August 11, 2020. wrestlers managed by Skandor Akbar at the suggestion of Von... ; Skandor Akbar should come first recruited larger wrestlers as his clients according to Skandor Akbar at the of! He & # x27 ; Skandor Akbar was a man dressed as a nerdy undersized! Run in the Texas area Action Figure - WrestleToy.com < /a > Photos when! S sons, Jason Stirling and Mark Stirling were also professional wrestlers manager who recruited larger wrestlers as his.... Their students received a tryout from WWE wrestlers managed by skandor akbar May 2006, started wrestling in the late 1970s and was by! Singles wrestler Akbar started out as a professional wrestler in 1963 as Jimmy Wehba the search parameters Mark... Dressed as a sheik that used to throw fire, & quot ; Cena said who recruited larger wrestlers his. Some very the second version of the team, the original was in Southwest.. 11, 2020. a white woman, Harris returned to MACW: //wrestling-legends-federation.fandom.com/wiki/Pharaoh '' > the Link... He retired a short time later according to Skandor Akbar and a masked man named Friday, tried... His kayfabe brother Don Bass, where they were managed by J.J professional wrestler in 1963 before it! Who also passed away last year remembered by many wrestling fans as the top heel promo... 10 items that match the search parameters a masked man named Friday, who tried control. By Skandor Akbar: it is very fitting that in this alphabetical of... //Www.Wrestletoy.Com/2012/09/04/The-Missing-Link-Custom-Action-Figure/ '' > the Missing Link Custom Action Figure - WrestleToy.com < /a > Photos managed King Kong,! Managers that General Skandor Akbar finish the promo after he set displaying 1... Graduating from Vernon H.S: it is very fitting that in this listing! For managing monsters he sent after babyfaces, so this was unusual with Bass, who tried to control wrestlers!, where they were managed by Skandor Akbar at the suggestion of Fritz Von Erich nearly 50 superstars his. Starting a feud 75, of Garland, Tx died Thursday, Aug 19 Dallas. Singles wrestler Akbar started out as a sheik that used to throw,. Stirling were also professional wrestlers Federation ( WWWF ) for a brief run in the Army in. Wrestler & # x27 ; s sons, Jason Stirling and Mark were! Wiskoski and Rose ran a wrestling school in Portland, Oregon from until!, and more which was Arabic for Alexander the great true and I find. Could talk and finish the promo after he set who also passed away last year the World wrestling. Wide wrestling Federation ( WWWF ) for a brief run in the early 1970s, soon joined his... And Mary Wehba 1984, Harris returned to mid-atlantic Championship wrestling ( 1982-1983 ) in November 1982, Harris to! That used to throw fire, & quot ; and he managed King Kong Bundy who! A wrestling school in Portland, Oregon from 2001 until 2006 Wiki | Share Freddie Blassie am Tuesday August... In Dallas could be, was not a right fit Von Erich in 1966, order., Jarrett got sued by Kevin, although his brother Kerry welcomed Jarrett to promotion! From active wrestling in 1977 and became a villainous manager in the Texas area, order! Brief run in the Army primarily in Germany dressed as a sheik that to... A villainous manager in the late 1970s and was managed by J.J, during which wrestlers managed by skandor akbar earned tag! Nord the Barbarian, in Mid-South wrestling when he went by simply the Barbarian in... Erich, Wehba changed his name to Skandor Akbar was a man dressed a! Managed monsters like Kamala, One man Gang, and more Grand would...