We have some sad news to report today, as WWE legend Kamala has passed away at the age of 70.
Kamala, whose real name is James Harris, battled the greatest Superstars in sports-entertainment history, including Hulk Hogan, The Undertaker and Andre the Giant. He terrorized opponents and thrilled audiences in Mid-South, World Class Championship Wrestling, WCW and WWE until 2006.
Check out a backstage segment from Kamala’s days in WWE:
Harris had been battling some health issues in recent years. Back in 2011, both of his legs were amputated as a result of diabetes that he began to suffer from,
We at Wrestling Rumors extend our deepest condolences to the Harris family during this difficult time:
Editor’s Opinion:
I remember Kamala when I was growing up and always thought that he was a larger-than-life character. From the cool paint that he used all over his body, so the way that he appeared to dominate his opponents, I remember being scared of him as a kid. That was what he was going for, and so his gimmick was working! He will be sadly missed, no doubt.
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