Barrymore Barlow was an American actor who is best known for his roles in “WWF Superstars,” “Killer’s Mind,” and “Honeymoon in Vegas.” He was born Randal Barry Orton on May 28, 1958, in Amarillo, Texas, and passed away on March 19, 2021, in Kansas City, Missouri.
Personal and Family Life
Barrymore Barlow was born into a wrestling family; his father, Bob Orton Sr., was a professional wrestler, and his brother, Bob Orton Jr., known as “The Ace” Cowboy Bob Orton, also followed in the same path. He had four children from a previous marriage, but the details about his spouse are not publicly known. His connection to the wrestling world continued as he was also the uncle of WWE superstar Randy Orton.
Career Highlights
Barry began his career in the performing arts at a young age, playing guitar and participating in school plays. His struggle between music and wrestling led him to take a serious turn toward acting. He adopted the name Barrymore Barlow to reflect his new identity and honor actor Lionel Barrymore. After a brief wrestling career, he focused on acting, appearing in films and television shows, and also took up stunt coordination and fight choreography.
Death and Legacy
Barrymore Barlow passed away on March 19, 2021, under undisclosed circumstances. His legacy continues through his contributions to both the wrestling and acting worlds. Known for his unique charisma, he made a lasting impact on those who knew him and through his work in film and television.
Filmography
| Title | Role | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Mission Idiot | Dog Guy | 2003 |
| People I Know | Patron on Stairs (uncredited) | 2002 |
| Timecollapse | Steve | 2002 |
| Killer’s Mind | Flex the Doorman | 1999 |
| Honeymoon in Vegas | Boxing Manager (uncredited) | 1992 |
| WWF Superstars | Barry O | 1986–1991 |
| Universal Wrestling Federation (UWF) | Barry O | 1990 |
| WWF Challenge | Barry O | 1986–1990 |
| WWF Prime Time Wrestling | Barry O | 1985–1987 |
| WWF on MSG Network | Barry O | 1985–1987 |