Acting
Ernie Roth
Born — Died
1926-08-30 — 1983-10-12
Place of birth
Canton, Ohio, United States
Known for
Acting
Credits
12 titles
Irwin "Ernie" Roth, known by the ring names The Grand Wizard of Wrestling and Abdullah Farouk, was an American professional wrestling manager. Not a wrestler himself due to his small stature, he was noted for his flamboyant outfit of sequined jackets, wraparound sunglasses, and a brightly colored turban decorated with jewels and feathers. He was inducted into the WWE's Hall of Fame class of 1995. Ernie Roth got his start in the entertainment business as a disc jockey. He was discovered by Jim Barnett who helped Roth get into the wrestling industry. He became involved in professional wrestling as a manager in the 1960s in Detroit-based territories. Roth first worked under the names "Mr. Clean…
Known for
8.3A professional wrestling television program produced by the World Wrestling Federation banner on NBC airing in place of Saturday Night Live. The series was made up entirely of star vs. star bouts in a time when weekly programming consisted primarily of established stars dominating enhancement talent.
WWE Saturday Night's Main Event
1985
NRThe greatest WWE Superstars of the 1975s & 1982s, including Andre the Giant, Bob Backlund, and Bruno Sammartino compete in exciting matches.
WWF All-Star Wrestling
1975
NRThe first nationally syndicated WWE television series, Championship Wrestling features numerous WWE Hall of Famers and Legends in action.
WWF Championship Wrestling
1980
6.4A "documentary" showcasing the Detroit professional wrestling scene of the 1970s. The story centers around a campaign to ban the Sheik.
I Like To Hurt People
1985
10.0At last, homage is paid to the brains and beauties behind the brawn- the most famous and infamous managers in wrestling history. The men and women you'll see here are the architects of a Superstar's success, and sometimes the designers of their downfall. These Master manipulators will go down in history as the World's Greatest Wrestling Managers: Captain Lou Albano, "Classy" Freddy Blassie, Jim Cornette, Miss Elizabeth, "The Mouth of the South" Jimmy Hart, Bobby "The Brain" Heenan, Paul Heyman, Sensational Sherri, "Golden Boy" Arnold Skaaland, Sunny, The Grand Wizard and many more!
WWE: The World's Greatest Wrestling Managers
2004
10.0Join Renee Young and Mean Gene Okerlund for a special look at the 1995 WWE Hall of Fame Ceremony. The careers and legacies of the inductees of the Class of 1995 are featured including Pedro Morales, "Big Cat" Ernie Ladd, Antonio Rocca, Ivan Putski, George "The Animal" Steele, The Grand Wizard, and the first female inductee, The Fabulous Moolah.
WWE Hall Of Fame 1995
1995
Film credits
2000s · 2 titles
10.0At last, homage is paid to the brains and beauties behind the brawn- the most famous and infamous managers in wrestling history. The men and women you'll see here are the architects of a Superstar's success, and sometimes the designers of their downfall. These Master manipulators will go down in history as the World's Greatest Wrestling Managers: Captain Lou Albano, "Classy" Freddy Blassie, Jim Cornette, Miss Elizabeth, "The Mouth of the South" Jimmy Hart, Bobby "The Brain" Heenan, Paul Heyman, Sensational Sherri, "Golden Boy" Arnold Skaaland, Sunny, The Grand Wizard and many more!
WWE: The World's Greatest Wrestling Managers
2004
8.2Celebrate the careers and legacies of the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2004, featuring Sgt. Slaughter, Harley Race, Jesse "The Body" Ventura, Junkyard Dog, Superstar Billy Graham, Greg "The Hammer" Valentine, Bobby "The Brain" Heenan, Don Muraco, Tito Santana, and Big John Studd. Plus, Pete Rose's special induction to the celebrity wing.
WWE Hall of Fame 2004
2004
1980s · 5 titles
6.4A "documentary" showcasing the Detroit professional wrestling scene of the 1970s. The story centers around a campaign to ban the Sheik.
I Like To Hurt People
1985
NRWWF stadium show in the summer of 1980 from Shea Stadium in Flushing, Queens, New York.
WWE Showdown at Shea '80
1980
NRFeaturing footage from Wrestlemania 2, a "Manager of the Year" ceremony, "Macho Man" Randy Savage's introduction of his new manager (Miss Elizabeth) and matches including Nikolai Volkoff vs George "The Animal" Steele and Captain Lou Alabano & Afa the Samoan vs Andre the Giant & Pedro Morales! Additionally, there are appearances by Cyndi Lauper, Mr. Fuji, The Grand Wizard, Bobby "The Brain" Heenan, Jimmy "Mouth of the South" Hart, "Luscious" Johnny Valiant, "Classy" Freddie Blassie & much more!
The WWF's Amazing Managers
1985
NRThe Best of WWE brought to you on home video!
The Best of the WWF: volume 7
1986
7.0Showcasing the legendary and immeasurable power of the Eighth Wonder of the World, Andre the Giant in this home video classic; Andre is in action against some of his most memorable foes, including Big John Studd, The Wild Samoans and Ken Patera.
Andre the Giant
1985
Series credits
8.3A professional wrestling television program produced by the World Wrestling Federation banner on NBC airing in place of Saturday Night Live. The series was made up entirely of star vs. star bouts in a time when weekly programming consisted primarily of established stars dominating enhancement talent.
WWE Saturday Night's Main Event
1985
NRThe greatest WWE Superstars of the 1975s & 1982s, including Andre the Giant, Bob Backlund, and Bruno Sammartino compete in exciting matches.
WWF All-Star Wrestling
1975
NRThe first nationally syndicated WWE television series, Championship Wrestling features numerous WWE Hall of Famers and Legends in action.
WWF Championship Wrestling
1980