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Big Daddy died in 1997, 4 years after his last match in wrestling
It was a dark day in 1997 when Shirley Crabtree, better known as Big Daddy, died at the age of...
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British Bulldog Replaced Big Daddy As The Top UK Star In 1994
The British Bulldog was once hand-picked as the man to replace Big Daddy and save British wrestling. When Big Daddy...
Profiles
Who is Big Daddy? How Shirley Crabtree became Britain’s favourite wrestler ever
Shirley Crabtree was Big Daddy, the most popular wrestler in British history. Over 20 million fans tuned in to see his battles with the likes of Kendo Nagasaki and Giant Haystacks during the 1970s and 1980s.
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Big Daddy killed King Kong Kirk with his finishing move in a harrowing match
King Kong Kirk was killed during a match with Big Daddy in 1987 after being hit with the infamous "Big Daddy Splash".
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Big Daddy Wrestled His Last Match In Front Of 100s At 63 Years Old
Say whatever you want about him, but you cannot deny the incredible longevity of Big Daddy. Of course, Big Daddy...
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Inside the Feud: Big Daddy vs. Giant Haystacks and Its Legacy In British Wrestling
At Wembley Arena on the 18th June, 1981 the biggest match in British wrestling history took place. Not just in...
