Anecdotes

Former WWF Intercontinental Champion

Used the tombstone piledriver as his signature move before the Undertaker made his debut in the WWF.

WWE Hall of Famer.

Professional wrestler

Was often called, "Beach Bum!" by wrestling fans as soon as announcers said he was from Sunset Beach.

Wrestled Jimmy Snuka in the now famous cage match in Madison Square Garden in October, 1983.

Former tag team partner of Bob Orton Jr.

Had a brief feud in UWF with Cactus Jack (Mick Foley). Ironically, Muraco's legendary steel cage match with Jimmy Snuka at MSG inspired Foley to become a professional wrestler.

Had a great series of matches with Dino Bravo prior to leaving the WWF in the late 80's.

Lost and regained the WWF Intercontinental Championship to Pedro Morales twice.

As a rulebreaker, he was managed by Mr. Fuji. As a fan favorite, he was managed by "Superstar" Billy Graham.

Is the fourth longest single reigning WWF Intercontinental Champion of all time. His second reign as champ lasted 12 months, 19 days.

Notable title wins Include: Florida Heavyweight title; WWF Intercontinental title (2); Stampede North American title; ECW (Eastern Championship Wrestling) World Heavyweight title (2)

In the latter stage of his WWF career, shared the same wrestling moniker as Dwayne Johnson (The Rock).

Don Muraco is in retirement.

Became a baby-face wrestler by the end of 1987, recruiting "Superstar" Billy Graham as his manager.

Managed by The Grand Wizard, Captain Lou Albano, and Mr. Fuji in his WWF career.

His brother is Pastor James Muraco of the First Assembly of God Kings Cathedral of Maui, Hawaii.