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Retired. November 16, 1987 [2] Luke Joseph Scarpa [2] (October 4, 1928 – April 3, 2012) was an American professional wrestler and WWE Hall of Famer who was best known by the ring name Chief Jay Strongbow. Much like his contemporary Wahoo McDaniel, he portrayed a Native American wrestler, who wore a war bonnet to the ring and would "go on the ...
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Strongbow exhibits all four of those qualities, as well as one other memorable trait: Going on the warpath. The indelible image of his war dance and the resulting knee lifts and chops that his opponents received is among the most iconic in sports-entertainment.
Mar 21, 2020 · Strongbow could also brawl with the best of them, especially once his fiery “Native American” temper was ignited. If the “Chief” started his War Dance, the fans in attendance knew the end was near because no one could (or, perhaps more appropriately, was allowed to) stop him once a fired-up Strongbow began circling his opponent.
May 19, 2024 · Chief Jay Strongbow’s captivating war dance, successful tag teams, and mentorship of younger wrestlers solidified his status as a beloved and iconic figure in professional wrestling history. His legacy continues to inspire and resonate within the industry. Table of Contents. Chief Jay Strongbow’s real name was Luke Joseph Scarpa.
Apr 6, 2012 · By Daniel E. Slotnik. April 5, 2012. Joe Scarpa, who became one of the best-known professional wrestlers of the 1970s and ’80s after he took on the persona of Chief Jay Strongbow, an American...