Luke Graham
Professional wrestler and promoter
Born
February 5th, 1940
85 years ago
Died
2006
19 years ago — 66 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Graham entered the wrestling scene in the early 1960s and rose to prominence throughout the decade. Competing primarily in the United States, he was recognized for his technical skills and charismatic persona. Graham held multiple championships during his career and became involved in wrestling promotion, contributing to the growth of the sport. His influence extended beyond his in-ring career, as he helped train future generations of wrestlers.
Held the NWA World Tag Team Championship
Competed in the WWWF and AWA promotions
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