Richard Van Slater, known as Dick Slater, was an American actor and professional wrestler best known for his work in WWF Championship Wrestling, WCW Worldwide, and WCW Monday Nitro. He was born on May 19, 1951, in Albany, New York, and passed away on October 18, 2018, in Largo, Florida.
Personal and Family Life
Dick Slater was married twice, first to Sandra Montieth from 1970 to 1975 and then to Charlotte Ann Nipper in 1982, although this marriage ended in divorce. Throughout his life, he was known for his colorful personality and involvement in wrestling, which often kept him in the public eye.
Career Highlights
Slater gained fame as a professional wrestler in the 1970s and 1980s, particularly in the NWA’s Mid-Atlantic region. Known by aliases such as “Dirty” Dick Slater and “The Rebel,” he held numerous wrestling titles across several regions. He was also a prominent figure as a tag team wrestler, achieving success with partners like Dusty Rhodes.
Death and Legacy
Dick Slater passed away on October 18, 2018, leaving behind a legacy as an influential figure in professional wrestling. His unique style and unpredictable persona made a lasting impact on the sport, and he is remembered by fans for his contributions both in and out of the ring.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| NWA Starrcade 1983 | 1983-11-24 | “Dirty” Dick Slater |
| NWA The Great American Bash 1985 | 1985-07-16 | Dick Slater |
| WCW The Great American Bash 1995 | 1995-06-18 | “Dirty” Dick Slater |
| WCW Fall Brawl 1995 | 1995-09-17 | “Dirty” Dick Slater |
| WCW Slamboree 1996 | 1996-05-19 | “Dirty” Dick Slater |
| SMW Night of The Legends | 1994-08-05 | Dick Slater |
| NWA The Final Conflict | 1983-03-12 | Himself |
| The WWF’s Even More Unusual Matches | 1987-02-01 | Dick Slater |
| NWA The Last Tangle in Tampa | 1980-08-03 | Himself |
| NWA Lords of The Ring | 1984-06-30 | Himself |
| WCW Clash of The Champions XX: 20th Anniversary | 1992-09-02 | Dick Slater |
| WCW Clash of The Champions VIII: Fall Brawl ’89 | 1989-09-12 | Dick Slater |
| NWA Boogie Jam | 1984-03-17 | Himself |
| The First Annual NWA Jim Crockett Sr. Memorial Cup Tag Team Tournament | 1986-04-19 | “Dirty” Dick Slater |
| WWE The Big Event | 1986-08-27 | “The Rebel” Dick Slater |
| PWF Homecoming | 1989-03-11 | “Dirty” Dick Slater |
| WCW Clash of The Champions XXIII | 1993-06-16 | “Dirty” Dick Slater |
| WCW Clash of The Champions XXXI | 1995-08-06 | “Dirty” Dick Slater |
| WCW World War 3 1995 | 1995-11-26 | “Dirty” Dick Slater |
| ECW Wrestlepalooza 1998 | 1998-05-03 | Himself (Honoree) |
| NWA Starrcade ’84: The Million Dollar Challenge | 1984-11-22 | “Dirty” Dick Slater |
| The Life And Times of Paul Boesch | 1994-04-01 | Himself (archive footage) |
| Giants, Midgets, Heroes and Villains II | 2008-01-22 | Dick Slater |
| WWE Houston Wrestling: November ’86 | 1986-11-26 | “The Rebel” Dick Slater |
| WWF Wrestling Challenge | 1986-09-07 | Dick Slater |