

Deceased
Wrestler
LUDWIG VON KRUPP
Edouard Probst
Capitol Wrestling Era
Height
6'6" (198 cm)
Weight
276 lbs (125 kg)
Born
January 21, 1928
Died
December 12, 2018
Age
90 years (at death)
Gender
Male
Birthplace
Basel, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland
Nationality
Swiss
Billed From
Basel, Switzerland
WWE Debut
September 26, 1957
Career
69 years
Biography
Ludwig Von Krupp was a prominent European heavyweight who competed for the Capitol Wrestling Corporation (CWC), the precursor to the modern WWE, during the late 1950s. Known primarily as Rene Lasartesse in Europe, he portrayed a formidable heel persona while touring North American territories. Throughout his extensive career, he faced legendary opponents and later became a respected trainer for the next generation of European talent.
Ring Names
Lou MartínezJan 1, 1957 → Dec 31, 1959
Luis MartínezJan 1, 1957 → Dec 31, 1960
Eras
Capitol Wrestling Era★