Description:
(Professional Wrestler and Father of Actor and Former WWE Wrestler Dwayne Johnson)
Rocky Johnson was a Canadian former professional wrestler. While some know him as a great superstar in WWE history, others know him as the son-in-law of the famous High Chief Peter Maivia, and still others acknowledge him as the father of the Rock Dwayne Johnson. He was the first person of African-American descent to win World Tag Team Championship, a NWA Southern Heavyweight Memphis Champion, and a National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) Georgia Champion. He retired from the ring in 1991, but didn't stay away from wrestling, as he began training his son, who is a popular wrestler who keeps his father going. After been recruited by World Wrestling Federation (WWF), he feuded with champions like Mike Sharpe, Don Muraco, Greg Valentine, Buddy Rose, and Adrian Adonis. He made a tag team with Tony Atlas, and they were the first black tag team to hold the Tag Team Championship title. His son inducted him into the 2008 class of the WWE Hall of Fame.
Birthday
August 24, 1944 (Virgo)
Born In
Canada
Alternative names
Wayde Douglas Bowles
Height
188 cm
Died on
January 15, 2020
Spouse/Ex-
Dana Martin (m. 2004), Ata Johnson (m. 1978–2003), Una Johnson (m. 1966–1978)
Parents
James Henry Bowles
Lillian Bowles
Where did Rocky Johnson train to become a professional wrestler?
Rocky Johnson trained under the guidance of legendary wrestler High Chief Peter Maivia.
What was Rocky Johnson's most memorable match in WWE?
Rocky Johnson's most memorable match in WWE was against Greg "The Hammer" Valentine at Madison Square Garden in 1982.
What was Rocky Johnson's signature finishing move in the ring?
Rocky Johnson's signature finishing move was the "Dropkick."
Which famous wrestlers did Rocky Johnson team up with during his career?
Rocky Johnson teamed up with Tony Atlas to form the iconic tag team "The Soul Patrol."
How did Rocky Johnson inspire future generations of wrestlers?
Rocky Johnson inspired future generations of wrestlers by breaking down racial barriers in professional wrestling and showcasing his incredible athleticism in the ring.
