Ron Simmons

Ron Simmons, aka Faarooq, was a force to be reckoned with in the world of professional wrestling. Born in Perry, Georgia in 1958, Simmons stood tall at 6'2" and tipped the scales at 270 pounds, making him an imposing figure in the ring. Before donning the spandex, Simmons had a brief stint as a football player, but it was clear that his true calling was to body-slam his way through the wrestling world.

Simmons began his professional wrestling career in the late 1980s, working the independent circuit under various ring names, including Doom #1. It wasn't until he joined World Championship Wrestling (WCW) in the early 1990s that Simmons truly found his groove, adopting the moniker Faarooq Asad.

As Faarooq, Simmons brought a level of intensity and power to the ring that few could match. His arsenal included signature moves like The Dominator, Seminole Slam, Spinebuster, Powerbomb, and Running Shoulderblock – all delivered with precision and purpose. It was only a matter of time before he became a fan favorite.

By the mid-1990s, Simmons had become a household name in WCW, thanks in part to his memorable promos and his ability to connect with the crowd. As one half of the tag team Harlem Heat (alongside Booker T), Faarooq proved himself to be a versatile wrestler, capable of both high-flying antics and hard-hitting moves.

As WCW began to decline in the early 2000s, Simmons found himself at the tail end of his career. He made sporadic appearances over the next few years before officially retiring from professional wrestling on February 6th, 2010 – a testament to a remarkable career that spanned nearly two decades.

Ron Simmons, aka Faarooq, left an indelible mark on the world of professional wrestling. His powerful in-ring presence and memorable promos earned him the nickname "The All-American" and cemented his place as one of the most beloved and respected wrestlers of his generation. Even in retirement, Simmons remains a beloved figure among fans, forever remembered for his dominating performances in the ring.