With the recent passing of the legendary wrestler, manager, and broadcaster, Bobby Heenan, we decided to research some of the oldest wrestlers still alive. The wrestling industry can be a brutal place. Healthy athletes can get chewed out in just a few years. We’ve seen it happen with every generation of wrestlers. The constant pounding isn’t for the weak and any wrestlers that stay in the business long enough, are going to have severe health problems when retired.
That’s why it’s incredible these legendary warriors are still ticking today. Most of you weren’t alive when most of these guys were in their prime but that doesn’t mean they don’t have interesting stories. Unfortunately, the wrestling industry and the WWE doesn’t do a good enough job as the other major sports organizations when it comes to shining light on the pioneers of the industry.
You may have heard of Bruno Sammartino but don’t know who he beat to win his first WWE Championship. You might know Ric Flair’s finisher is the figure-four leglock but don’t know where he got it from. This article is all about appreciating the old guys. We’re talking about the real pioneers of the 50s and 60s. The era when kayfabe was still real, winning a championship meant something huge, and no one questioned the booking of a match. Enjoy!
17. Perry Saturn – 50 Years Old
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At the age of 50, Saturn is certainly not the oldest on the list and in fact, the youngest out of all the other 16 mentioned, his inclusion is for different reasons. Many forgot the proven WCW Superstar even still exists today given his years of going off the map as both friends and family searched for his whereabouts.
Turns out, Saturn was living homeless, infusing his life with various drugs. He finally resurfaced after a long hiatus and he’s now seeking help with a GoFundMe campaign. Many likely assumed he was down and out, but it turns out, the former WWE and WCW star kicked out just in time to get his life back on track. We wish him well in his recovery and hope it’s for the best.
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