Robert Gibson

Professional wrestler and tag team champion

Robert Gibson - Professional wrestler and tag team champion
Born

July 19th, 1958
67 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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A professional wrestler, gained fame in the 1980s and 1990s. Gained prominence as part of the wrestling tag team The Rock 'n' Roll Express alongside Ricky Morton. The duo became one of the most successful and enduring teams in wrestling history, captivating audiences with their high-energy performances. Won multiple championships across various promotions, including the NWA World Tag Team Championship. Gained recognition for exceptional in-ring abilities and charismatic persona, contributing to the popularity of tag team wrestling during that era.

Formed The Rock 'n' Roll Express with Ricky Morton

Won NWA World Tag Team Championship multiple times

Contributed to the popularity of tag team wrestling

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