Abdullah the Butcher, a professional wrestling legend, was born Lawrence Shreeve on January 11, 1941, in Windsor, Ontario. With a career spanning over four decades, he earned the nickname "The Wildman from the Sudan" due to his unpredictable and brutal in-ring performances.
Weighing over 400 pounds at his heaviest, Abdullah was known for his unorthodox methods, which included regularly using foreign objects, such as a fork, to inflict damage on his opponents. This unconventional approach earned him a reputation for being one of the most feared and respected wrestlers in the industry.
Abdullah was a master of the art of "blading," a technique where he would intentionally cut himself or his opponent's forehead, causing them to bleed throughout the match. This gruesome yet thrilling spectacle was a hallmark of his wrestling style.
Throughout his career, Abdullah traveled from promotion to promotion, never staying in one place for too long. His wrestling gimmick, although extremely popular, had a tendency to wear off quickly, making him a nomadic figure in the world of professional wrestling.
Abdullah's character, the Wildman from Sudan, was often portrayed as an uncontrollable savage who spoke no English. He rarely gave interviews, preferring to have his managers speak on his behalf. This persona was so integral to his image that he never appeared as himself outside of the wrestling world, opting instead to maintain his enigmatic and mysterious persona.
In his personal life, Abdullah currently resides in the Atlanta, GA, area and operates a restaurant, Abdullah the Butcher's House of Ribs and Chinese Food. Despite his retirement from active wrestling, he still makes occasional guest appearances, keeping his legend alive for new generations of wrestling fans.
