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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.
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Nov 10, 1991 · Learn about Dick The Bruiser, a legendary wrestler who won multiple titles and was inducted into several halls of fame. Find his career history, finishers, tag teams, and more on this web page.
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 · Learn about Dick the Bruiser, a former football player who became a pro wrestling star in Chicago, Detroit and Indianapolis. He was known for his brutal matches, his gravelly voice and his catchphrase "There's not a wrestler alive that can lick the Bruiser."
Apr 8, 2021 · Dick the Bruiser, born Richard Afflis, was a former football player and a pro wrestler known as the "world's most dangerous wrestler." He started his career in Chicago and became a star in Indianapolis, where he influenced David Letterman's band name.
