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Ric Drasin
1944-07-12 – 2020-08-30
Life & Legacy
Richard Alan Drasin (July 12, 1944 – August 30, 2020) was an American bodybuilder, personal trainer, actor, stuntman, author, and professional wrestler. He wrestled professionally and sporadically between 1965 and 2001, while also winning titles in amateur bodybuilding contests during his younger years. Drasin is also known for having designed both the original Gold's Gym logo — a cartoon sketch of a bald weightlifter — and the World Gym gorilla logo.
Born and raised in Bakersfield, California, Drasin began his fitness career in 1962. He taught classes in nutrition and exercise at the YMCA before he was assigned to train with the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) champion Mae Young.
Occupation & Career
actor, artist, pornographic film actor, powerlifter, professional wrestler
Education
Bakersfield College; Bakersfield High School
Legacy Highlights
Education & Institutions
Bakersfield College · Bakersfield High School
Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q7322460 — wikidata View source
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