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Larry Whistler
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Lawrence Whistler is a retired American professional wrestler, best known for his legendary feud with his mentor Bruno Sammartino in the 1980s. Throughout his career, he was a two…
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Lawrence Whistler is a retired American professional wrestler, best known for his legendary feud with his mentor Bruno Sammartino in the 1980s. Throughout his career, he was a two-time world champion, winning the AWA World Heavyweight Championship twice. He began his career in 1972, training under Sammartino's tutelage, and quickly made a name for himself in the World Wide Wrestling Federation (WWWF), where he captured several titles, including the tag team championship with Tony Garea. In 1980, after a confrontation with Sammartino, Zbyszko became one of the most hated villains in wrestling history, sparking one of the most intense rivalries of all time. Over the course of his career, he also worked in other promotions such as All Japan Pro Wrestling, Georgia Championship Wrestling, and American Wrestling Association (AWA), earning a reputation as a skilled and cunning technical wrestler. In the late 80s and early 90s, Zbyszko also worked as a commentator and member of the WCW roster, where his legacy as "The Living Legend" continued. He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2015, with Bruno Sammartino doing the honors. He also had a brief stint in the independent circuit and Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA) before officially retiring in 2015. Zbyszko is regarded as one of the greatest villains in wrestling history, known for his ability to elicit intense reactions both inside and outside the ring.
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2023
The Unbreakable Bunch
Movie Legend
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2015
WWE Hall of Fame 2015
Movie Larry Zbyszko
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2014
WWE Rivalries
TV show Self
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2014
WWE: The Best of Sting
Movie Larry Zbyszko
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2014
The Sheik
Movie Self
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2014
Pro Wrestlers vs Zombies
Movie Larry Zbyszko
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2014
WCW'S Greatest Pay-Per-View Matches Volume 1
Movie Larry Zbyszko
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2010
Ricky Steamboat: The Life Story of the Dragon
Movie Larry Zbyzsko
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2006
TNA Bound for Glory 2006
Movie Larry Zbyszko
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2006
TNA Victory Road 2006
Movie Larry Zbyszko
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2006
Legends Never Die
Movie Larry Zbyszko
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2006
TNA Sacrifice 2006
Movie Larry Zbyszko (Ringside)
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2005
TNA Sacrifice 2005
Movie Larry Zbyszko (TNA Official)
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2005
TNA Slammiversary 2005
Movie Larry Zbyszko (TNA Official)
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2005
TNA Destination X 2005
Movie Larry Zbyszko (Interview)
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2005
TNA Against All Odds 2005
Movie Larry Zbyszko (Appearance)
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2004
TNA iMPACT!
TV show Larry Zbyszko
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1998
WCW Souled Out 1998
Movie Larry Zbyszko
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1998
WCW Thunder
TV show "The Living Legend" Larry Zbyszko
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1997
WCW Starrcade 1997
Movie Larry Zbyszko
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1997
WCW Halloween Havoc 1997
Movie Larry Zbyszko (Special Guest Referee)
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1995
WCW All Nighter 1995
Movie
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1994
WCW Clash of The Champions XXVII
Movie "The Living Legend" Larry Zbyszko
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1994
WCW Slamboree 1994
Movie "The Living Legend" Larry Zbyszko
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1993
WCW Slamboree 1993
Movie Larry Zbyszko (Color Commentator)
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1992
WCW Clash of The Champions XX: 20th Anniversary
Movie Larry Zbyszko (Ringside)
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1992
WCW WrestleWar 1992
Movie "The Cruncher" Larry Zbyszko
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1992
WCW SuperBrawl II
Movie "The Cruncher" Larry Zbyszko
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1992
WCW Clash of The Champions XVIII
Movie "The Crunher" Larry Zbyszko
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1992
WCW/New Japan Supershow II
Movie Larry Zbyszko
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1991
WCW Starrcade 1991
Movie Larry Zbyszko
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1991
WCW Clash of The Champions XVII
Movie Larry Zbyszko
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1991
WCW Halloween Havoc 1991
Movie Larry Zbyszko
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1991
WCW Clash of The Champions XVI: Fall Brawl '91
Movie Larry Zbyszko
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1991
WCW WrestleWar 1991
Movie Larry Zbyszko
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1990
AWA SuperClash IV
Movie Larry Zbyszko
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1989
AWA War in The Windy City
Movie "The Living Legend" Larry Zbyszko
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1989
AWA Battle Royale '89
Movie "The Living Legend" Larry Zbyszko
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1988
NWA Clash of the Champions II: Miami Mayhem
Movie Larry Zbyszko (Appearance)
