Jerry Tuite was an American actor best known for his roles in WCW Monday Nitro, WCW Thunder, and Major League Wrestling: The Underground. He was born Michael Jerome Tuite on December 27, 1967, in Ocean Grove, New Jersey, and passed away on December 6, 2003, in Tokyo, Japan.
Personal and Family Life
Jerry Tuite grew up in New Jersey and had a passion for wrestling from a young age. He started his career in the wrestling industry under various names, including Malice and The Wall. His height of 6 feet 8 inches helped him stand out in the ring and contribute to his unique persona.
Career
Tuite began gaining recognition in 1999 after training at the WCW Power Plant, where he caught the eye of Kevin Nash. He was given the character of The Wall, serving as a bodyguard to Berlyn. Throughout his career, he held several roles, including Sgt. AWOL in the Misfits in Action and later wrestling in Japan as Gigantes.
Death and Legacy
On December 6, 2003, Jerry Tuite tragically passed away from an acute heart attack while touring Japan at the age of 35. His contributions to the wrestling world remain appreciated by fans and peers alike, and he is remembered for his larger-than-life persona and dedication to the sport.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| WCW Souled Out 2000 | 2000-01-16 | The Wall |
| WCW Uncensored 2000 | 2000-03-19 | The Wall |
| WCW SuperBrawl 2000 | 2000-02-20 | The Wall |
| WCW Spring Stampede 2000 | 2000-04-16 | The Wall |
| WCW The Great American Bash 2000 | 2000-06-11 | The Wall |
| WCW Mayhem 2000 | 2000-11-26 | Sgt. AWOL |
| WCW Fall Brawl 2000 | 2000-09-17 | Sgt. AWOL |
| WCW Halloween Havoc 2000 | 2000-10-29 | Sgt. AWOL |
| WCW SuperBrawl Revenge | 2001-02-18 | The Wall |
| WWA The Retribution | 2002-12-06 | Malice |
| MLW Genesis | 2002-06-15 | The Wall |
| WCW Halloween Havoc 1999 | 1999-10-24 | The Wall (Bodyguard) |
| WCW Mayhem 1999 | 1999-11-21 | The Wall |
| WCW Monday Nitro | 1995-09-04 | |
| WCW Thunder | 1998-01-08 | |
| WCW Thunder | 1998-01-08 | The Wall |