Ricki Starr


Bernard Herman was an American-British professional wrestler, boxer and ballet dancer who spent his career in the United States, United Kingdom and Europe under the ring name Ricki Starr.

Professional wrestling career

Starr started out his career as an amateur boxer, before switching to ballet and becoming so successful that he enjoyed a run on Broadway. Made his professional wrestling debut in 1952 in Texas. His wrestling gimmick was a ballet dancer where he did acrobatic moves in the ring. Starr popularized the airplane spin as his finisher, a move which called upon his ballet background to execute perfectly.
From 1957 to 1962, Starr worked in New York City for Capitol Wrestling Corporation.
In 1962, he made his first trip to England.
Later in his career, he wrestled in Mexico, France, Germany and Austria.

Personal life and death

After retiring from wrestling in 1977, Starr resided in London until his death.
On September 20, 2014, Starr died at the age of 83.

Championships and accomplishments