The Barbarian

Tongan professional wrestler

The Barbarian - Tongan professional wrestler
Born

September 6th, 1958
67 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Tonga

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Born in Tonga, this professional wrestler gained recognition in the wrestling world during the 1980s and 1990s. This athlete competed in various wrestling promotions, including the World Wrestling Federation (WWF), where a notable tag team partnership occurred alongside Haku as The Ming and The Barbarian. Additionally, performed in World Championship Wrestling (WCW) and had a significant career in Japan's All Japan Pro Wrestling. Through performance, built a reputation for strength and agility within the ring, further contributing to the popularity of professional wrestling during this era.

Competed in WWF as part of The Powers of Pain

Wrestled in WCW and All Japan Pro Wrestling

Had tag team success with Haku

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