Deceased
Wrestler
BUDDY GILBERT
Gilbert Chirlin
Capitol Wrestling Era
Born
August 26, 1929
Died
May 1, 2013
Age
83 years (at death)
Gender
Male
Birthplace
New York City, New York, United States
Nationality
American
Billed From
New York City, New York
WWE Debut
January 13, 1953
Retired
December 30, 1955
Biography
Buddy Gilbert was a veteran competitor who appeared for the World Wide Wrestling Federation (WWWF) during the 1960s. He often competed in singles matches and tag team bouts at prestigious venues like Madison Square Garden. Throughout his tenure, he faced notable legends of the era, including Bruno Sammartino and Gorilla Monsoon. His career helped establish the foundational talent pool for the promotion during its early expansion years.
Ring Names
Buddy GilbertJan 1, 1960 → Present
Billy Gilbert → Present
Ed Gilbert → Present
Gil Chirlin → Present
Eras
Capitol Wrestling Era★