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William Fritz Afflis Jr. (June 27, 1929 – November 10, 1991) was an American professional wrestler, promoter, and National Football League player, better known by his ring name, Dick the Bruiser. During his NFL days he played four seasons with the Green Bay Packers.
May 17, 2022 · Two years later, at age 62, Afflis ruptured a blood vessel in his esophagus while lifting weights with his adopted son. He was rushed to the hospital, where he died of internal bleeding. Wrestling fans will forever remember Richard Afflis as “Dick the Bruiser, the world’s most dangerous wrestler.”.
Mar 12, 2024 · Discover the unconventional mindset of Dick The Bruiser, a wrestling icon who defied expectations. Despite losing 300 matches, he remained at the top of his game.
Nov 10, 1991 · On this page, you find the full wrestling profile of Dick The Bruiser, with his Career History, real name, age, height and weight, the Promotions he worked for, all the Face/Heel turns, the Championship Titles he won, his Finishers, Theme Songs, Tag Teams and Stables, his appearance changes through the years, and more.
William Richard Afflis (June 27 1929 – November 10 1991) was an American football player and professional wrestler best known as Dick the Bruiser. Born in Delphi, Indiana, Afflis grew up in Lafayette, Indiana, graduating from Lafayette Jeff High school where he played football and wrestled.
Nov 19, 2015 · Dick the Bruiser was a legitimate star, and Indianapolis loved him. Former late-night talk-show host David Letterman, who was from Indianapolis, named his television show's band "The...
Apr 8, 2021 · The media company and wrestling powerhouse posthumously honored pro wrestling legends, including Indiana native "Dick the Bruiser," who was also known as the "world's most...
