Roddy Piper - Wikipedia
Roderick George Toombs (April 17, 1954 – July 31, 2015), better known as " Rowdy " Roddy Piper, was a Canadian professional wrestler and actor. In professional wrestling, Piper was best known to international audiences for his work with the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE) and World Championship Wrestling (WCW) between 1984 and 2000.
'Rowdy' Roddy Piper - Career, Death & Facts - Biography
Mar 15, 2021 · After honing his heel role in Los Angeles, "Rowdy" Roddy emerged as one of WWE's most notorious villains in the 1980s, his boisterous attitude fueling a series of feuds and his long-running...
Roddy Piper Biography - Facts, Childhood, Family Life
Roddy Piper made his film debut in 1978, in an uncredited role in the comedy film ‘The One and Only’. In 1986, he was cast in his first leading role, "Quick" Rick Roberts in ‘Body Slam’. He portrayed a drifter named John Nada in the 1988 cult classic ‘They Live’.
8 Facts About "Rowdy" Roddy Piper - Mental Floss
Jul 16, 2020 · Born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada on April 17, 1954, the future “Rowdy” Roddy Piper earned his nickname early in life. According to Piper, he was “too much” for his parents to handle...
Roddy Piper - History of Wrestling
Oct 16, 2020 · After holding back the challenge of the former champion Flair in a series of brutal rematches, the young-but-experienced Roddy Piper went on to enjoy a lengthy and successful reign as the United States champion, the #1 wrestler in the territory and top contender for the NWA title, before eventually being toppled by Wahoo McDaniel some eight ...
Full Career Retrospective and Greatest Moments for Roddy Piper
Mar 5, 2014 · In honor of a Superstar who was ahead of his time, and in some ways still is, here is a look back at a few of Roddy Piper's greatest moments and matches.
The Wrestler 'really got to me': Piper - Slam Wrestling
Mar 23, 2009 · One man oft-mentioned by Rourke in interviews about the film, was “Rowdy” Roddy Piper. Piper, of course, embodies the highs and lows of professional wrestling, and is a veteran in Hollywood too, with roles both big ( They Live ) and small.
Roddy Piper – From The Streets to the Big Time - Pro Wrestling Stories
Jan 10, 2023 · Before Roddy Piper helped put professional wrestling in the mainstream consciousness in the ’80s while chasing his dreams in Hollywood, too, he was a young man living on the streets trying to make ends meet.
Roddy Piper - Pro Wrestling
Roderick George Toombs (April 17, 1954 – July 31, 2015), better known by his ring name "Rowdy" Roddy Piper, was a Canadian professional wrestler and film actor known for his work in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF), World Championship Wrestling (WCW) and Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA...
Rowdy Roddy Piper’s Career Highlights, Family & Legacy
Dec 18, 2024 · Roderick George Toombs, better known as Rowdy Roddy Piper, was a Canadian professional wrestler, actor, and pop culture icon. Renowned for his sharp wit, fiery personality, and unmatched charisma, Piper was a pivotal figure in professional wrestling’s golden era during the 1980s and 1990s.