Billy Graham

Biography

Eldridge Wayne Coleman (June 7, 1943 – May 17, 2023) was an American fine artist and professional wrestler. An iconic figure in professional wrestling, he worked under the ring name "Superstar" Billy Graham and gained renown for his tenure as the WWE in 1977–78. As an award-winning bodybuilder he was also a training partner of future California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger (who is godfather to Graham's daughter). Graham is best remembered for revolutionizing the interview and physique aspects of the pro wrestling business as well as for his highly charismatic performance style. Some of his proteges have included wrestling megastar Hulk Hogan, former Minnesota governor Jesse Ventura and "Nature Boy" Ric Flair.

Known For

WWE WrestleMania IV

as "Superstar" Billy Graham (Manager)

The True Story of WrestleMania

as 'Superstar' Billy Graham (archive footage)

Fist Fighter

as Arm Wrestler

The History of WWE: 50 Years of Sports Entertainment

as Superstar Billy Graham

Biography: WWE Legends

as "Superstar" Billy Graham (archive footage)

350 Days

as Self

NWA Starrcade '85: The Gathering

as "Superstar" Billy Graham

WWE: Top 50 Superstars of All Time

as "Superstar" Billy Graham

WWE: Best of WWE at Madison Square Garden

as Billy Graham

The Wrestler

as Superstar Billy Graham