Bob Backlund
American professional wrestler · United States · On the map · Athletes · Born 1949 · age 77
Robert Louis Backlund is an American retired amateur and professional wrestler. He is best known for his appearances in the World Wide Wrestling Federation/World Wrestling Federation from 1976 to 1984 and in the 1990s, where he held the WWWF/WWF Championship on two occasions.
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Backlund declared the WWWF Heavyweight Champion, February 20, 1978
Backlund (left) vs. Superstar Billy Graham (right) in a steel cage match in April 1978.
Backlund (top) kicks Peter Maivia (bottom) during their steel cage match, circa 1979
Backlund with Hulk Hogan in a headlock during a 1981 match
Backlund in September 1998
Backlund as WWF Heavyweight Champion, c. 1982Awards
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His 2,135-day reign is recognized as the second longest in the championship's history. Backlund was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2013.
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United States
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Living
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Born 1949 · age 77
