Harry Fujiwara was an American professional wrestler, manager, and trainer, best known for his role as Mr. Fuji. He made his debut in Hawaii on December 15, 1964, and Rose to fame in WWE and other wrestling promotions.
Personal and Family Life
Harry Fujiwara was born on May 4, 1934, in Honolulu, Hawaii. He was previously married to Vickie Spackman from April 12, 1972, until their divorce on April 25, 1979. He maintained a low profile outside of wrestling but was known for his trademark bowler hat and cane, which he often used in his performances.
Career Highlights
Fujiwara began his wrestling career as a competitor and later transitioned into a manager in the 1980s. He achieved significant success in WWE, particularly with wrestlers like Don Muraco, Demolition, and Yokozuna. He retired from in-ring action in 1996 but remained involved in wrestling in various capacities until his death.
Death and Legacy
Harry Fujiwara passed away on August 28, 2016, in Clarksville, Tennessee. His contributions to the wrestling world were recognized when he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2007, leaving a lasting impact on the industry.
Filmography
Title | Release Date | Character |
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WWE WrestleMania III | 1987-03-29 | Mr. Fuji (Manager) |
WrestleMania II | 1986-04-07 | Mr. Fuji (Manager) |
WWE WrestleMania V | 1989-04-02 | Mr. Fuji |
WWE WrestleMania XI | 1995-04-02 | Mr. Fuji (Manager) |
The Wrestling Classic | 1985-11-07 | Mr. Fuji (Manager) |
WWE Survivor Series 1993 | 1993-11-24 | Mr. Fuji (Manager) |
WWE Hall of Fame 2007 | 2007-03-31 | Mr. Fuji |
Biography: WWE Legends | 2021-04-18 | Mr. Fuji (archive footage) |