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Brian William Pillman (May 22, 1962 – October 5, 1997) was an American professional wrestler and professional football player best known for his appearances in Stampede Wrestling in the 1980s and World Championship Wrestling (WCW), Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW), and World Wrestling Federation (WWF) in the 1990s.
Jun 3, 2022 · WWE legend Brian Pillman is still considered one of the most illustrious names in the wrestling industry. From World Championship Wrestling (WCW) to World Wrestling Federation (WWF), the 'Loose Cannon' fought through his wrestling career until his death in 1997.
Dec 24, 2020 · Flyin’ Brian Pillman was one of the most electric personalities in wrestling during his time in WCW and WWE. He had the athleticism and personality to captivate fans, and it ultimately helped him have an alliance with the legendary Stone Cold Steve Austin. Unfortunately, though, Pillman died at a young age. His legacy, however, still lives on.
Oct 2, 2023 · Before he signed with WWE (and before he had a short stint in ECW, filled with moments too extreme to link to here), Brian Pillman pioneered an entire wrestling style in WCW. Pillman was considered among the few Superstars to meld the Japanese high-flying style successfully with American light heavyweight action.
Apr 16, 2018 · Brian Pillman's story in the world of professional wrestling is one that hasn't been told in full for a number of reasons -- from the anarchic nature of his "Loose Cannon" gimmick to his...
Dec 26, 2013 · Beginning in late 1995 and lasting until his unfortunate and untimely death in October of 1997, he underwent a character change that proved to be one of the most controversial in wrestling history...
Oct 5, 2022 · It also marked the passing of ‘The Loose Cannon’ Brian Pillman, at the startlingly young age of 35. Pillman was scheduled to compete on the undercard of Badd Blood: In Your House 18 against Mick Foley’s alter ego, Dude Love. However, Pillman never made it to St. Louis that night.
Brian Pillman passed away in 1997, but he is remembered as one of the most influential Superstars of the 1990s. His high-flying abilities paved the way for future competitors and his development into an impulsive personality was integral in ushering in WWE’s Attitude era.
Brian Pillman. Actor: WWF Superstars. Brian Pillman makes the list of a long line of tragic deaths in wrestling. He had endured 36 throat operations as a child. Pillman played football in the NFL for the Cincinnati Bengals in 1984 and in the CFL for the Calgary Stampeders.
May 2, 2021 · In a world of revolutionary pro wrestlers, Brian Pillman had a relatively limited career. He was never a main event star or a multi-time World Champion, but he played a big role in blurring the lines between kayfabe and reality. Unfortunately, his life ended prematurely.
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