CHIEF BIG HEART

Richard Gilbert Vest

Capitol Wrestling Era

Height

6'0" (183 cm)

Weight

236 lbs (107 kg)

Born

March 5, 1927

Died

April 22, 1993

Age

66 years (at death)

Gender

Male

Birthplace

Pawhuska, Oklahoma, United States

Nationality

American

Billed From

Pawhuska, Oklahoma

WWE Debut

October 26, 1955

Retired

November 18, 1955

Biography

Chief Big Heart was a prominent Native American star who competed for Capitol Wrestling Corporation and the World Wide Wrestling Federation during the 1950s and 1960s. He was known for his technical skill and his signature Bow-and-Arrow submission hold. Throughout his tenure in the Northeast territory, he frequently teamed with other legendary figures and challenged for various regional accolades across the NWA and CWC.

Ring Names

Chief Big HeartJan 1, 1957 → Dec 31, 1966

Eras

Capitol Wrestling Era★WWWF Era