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Billy Graham (wrestler) - Definition and Overview

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Billy Graham is a professional wrestler, commonly known as 'Superstar' Billy Graham. He was one of the first pro wrestlers to really make it big based primarily on his charisma, paving the way for Hulk Hogan to do the same years later.

He defeated Bruno Sammartino for the WWWF Championship on April 30 1977, and lost the title to Bob Backlund on February 20 1978.

Graham was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame at WrestleMania XX in 2004.

Preceded by:
Bruno Sammartino
WWE Champions Succeeded by:
Bob Backlund

There is also an evangelist named Billy Graham of no relation.


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