Deceased
Wrestler
"The Great Malenko"
BORIS MALENKO
Lawrence Boris Simon
Professor
Capitol Wrestling Era
Height
5'10" (178 cm)
Weight
220 lbs (100 kg)
Born
June 28, 1933
Died
September 1, 1994
Age
61 years (at death)
Gender
Male
Birthplace
Newark, New Jersey, United States
Nationality
American
Billed From
The Soviet Union
WWE Debut
December 30, 1955
Retired
December 30, 1955
Biography
Boris Malenko was a prolific competitor in the Capitol Wrestling Corporation (CWC) and early World Wide Wrestling Federation (WWWF) during the 1960s. Known as "The Great Malenko," he utilized a Russian heel persona that made him one of the most hated figures in the industry. Beyond his in-ring success, he became a legendary trainer, schooling future stars such as Perry Saturn, X-Pac, and his sons Dean and Joe Malenko.
Ring Names
Larry SimonJan 1, 1955 → Dec 31, 1962
Black DiamondJan 1, 1957 → Dec 31, 1957
Boris MalenkoJan 1, 1963 → Present
Eras
Capitol Wrestling Era★WWWF Era