The Unbridled Fury of Bushwhacker ButchIn a bygone era when wrestling was a rugged, no-frills affair, one man stood tall as a symbol of unrelenting aggression: Bushwhacker Butch. Born Robert Miller in Auckland, New Zealand on October 21, 1944, this behemoth of the mat weighed in at a whopping 113 kg and stood an imposing 1.73 meters tall.Butch's wrestling style was as unpredictable as it was devastating. A true all-rounder, he would often switch between brawler and technician, leaving opponents bewildered by his sheer physicality and cunning ring sense. His arsenal of moves included the Battering Ram – a thunderous charge that would leave even the most seasoned grapplers reeling – and the Backbreaker, a merciless maneuver that would reduce foes to mere quivering wrecks.A Rugby-Rugged BackgroundButch's rugged upbringing in Auckland's rugby circles helped forge his unyielding tenacity. A natural athlete, he excelled on the pitch before turning to professional wrestling as a means to channel his explosive energy and competitive drive. The Sheepherder's Son, as he was affectionately known, brought this same unbridled fury to the squared circle.Crazy, The Chest: Nicknames that Strike FearButch's imposing physique earned him a reputation for being one of the toughest sons of guns in the business. His ring monikers – Kiwi Butch, Nick Carter, Tiger, and simply Butch or Bob Miller – only added to his mystique as a force to be reckoned with.A Legacy that LingersThough Bushwhacker Butch may have hung up his wrestling boots, his indelible mark on the sport remains. A true original, he left behind a trail of battered and bruised opponents who would never forget the unbridled fury they faced in the ring. In an era where machismo reigned supreme, Butch embodied the very essence of a rough-riding, no-holds-barred warrior – a true legend of the squared circle.
| Name: | Bushwhacker Butch |
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| Real Name: | Robert Miller |
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| Ring Names: | Butch, Butch Miller, Bob Miller, Kiwi Butch, Nick Carter, Sheepherder Butch, Tiger |
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| Date of Birth: | 21 October 1944 |
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| Born In: | Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand |
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Facts
Here are 10 interesting facts and tidbits about Bushwhacker Butch:• Born Robert Miller on November 11, 1939, in California, USA.• Started his professional wrestling career in the early 1960s, working for various regional promotions in the United States.• Known for his rugged, outdoorsy persona and signature bushwhacking gimmick, which featured him wearing a cowboy hat and wielding an axe.• Competed against some of the biggest names in the business, including Bruno Sammartino, George "The Animal" Steele, and Superstar Billy Graham.• Had a legendary feud with the Sheepherder (Luke Williams), with whom he had a series of intense matches in the late 1960s and early 1970s.• Was a pioneer of the tag team wrestling era, often teaming with his brother-in-law Luke Williams as The Bushwhackers to compete against other notable duos like The Fabulous Kangaroos and The Von Erich Brothers.• Held multiple regional tag team championships throughout his career, including the NWA World Tag Team Championship.• Was known for his intense matches and innovative in-ring techniques, which earned him a reputation as one of the toughest competitors in the sport.• Competed in various promotions beyond the United States, including New Zealand (where he was known as Kiwi Butch) and Australia.• Retired from active competition in the mid-1980s due to injuries sustained during his long and storied career.
