Trivia

Inducted into the Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2005.

Was the first wrestler to hold the American Wrestling Association Women's Championship.

Is a multiple medalist in the Senior Olympics, winning gold and silver in the discus and shot put, as well as in various swimming events.

Wrestled professionally from 1954 until her retirement in 1977. Currently, she remains active in the sport as the commissioner of the Professional Girl Wrestling Association.

Studied judo as a teenager following an attempted sexual assault on her, and became well known during her wrestling career for using judo moves in her matches.