Orig Williams
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Orig Williams (20 March 1931 – 12 November 2009) was a Welsh professional wrestler and wrestling promoter. Williams spent his wrestling career in the persona of a villainous heel under the pseudonym "El Bandito", and after retiring as a fighter he became a promoter, manager and television presenter. He is recognised as one of the most famous wrestlers to come from Wales.[1]
Not to be confused with Bandido (wrestler).
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Orig Williams | |
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Birth name | Orig Williams |
Born | (1931-03-20)20 March 1931 Ysbyty Ifan, Wales |
Died | 12 November 2009(2009-11-12) (aged 78) Denbighshire, Wales |
Children | Tara Bethan |
Professional wrestling career | |
Ring name(s) | El Bandito Orig Williams |
Billed weight | 224 lb (102 kg) |
Debut | 1950 |
Retired | 1991 |
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