Chris Adams
British professional wrestler and judoka (1955–2001)
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- Born
- 10 February 1955, Rugby
- Died
- 7 October 2001, Waxahachie
- Citizenship
- United Kingdom
- Sport
- judo, professional wrestling
- Occupation
- judoka, professional wrestler
- Height
- 185 cm (6 ft 1 in)
- Weight
- 100 kg (220 lb)
Christopher Adams (10 February 1955 – 7 October 2001), best known as "Gentleman" Chris Adams, was an English professional wrestler, promoter, coach, and judoka.
He won the British National Judo Championship in his age and weight class three times by the time he was 21. Adams achieved his greatest success in World Class Championship Wrestling (WCCW), where he rose to fame and reached the position of World Heavyweight Champion. He also performed for organizations like the Universal Wrestling Association (UWA), where he held the Light Heavyweight Championship of the World Wrestling Federation (WWF), and World Championship Wrestling (WCW). Throughout a 23-year professional wrestling career, he held a total of 26 titles.
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