Mike Alfonso

Mike Alfonso was an American professional wrestler who is best known for his time in Extreme Championship Wrestling, World Championship Wrestling, and the World Wrestling Federation/Entertainment under the ring name Mike Awesome. He also gained recognition for his performances in Japan as The Gladiator.

Personal and Family Life

Michael Lee Alfonso was born on January 24, 1965, in Tampa, Florida. He was married to Delisa Bowers from May 11, 1991, until his death in 2007, and they had two children together. Alfonso was known by several nicknames throughout his career, including “The Gladiator” and “Fat Chick Thriller”.

Professional Career

Alfonso achieved significant success in his wrestling career, particularly in Frontier Martial-Arts Wrestling (FMW), where he became a three-time world champion. His most notable achievement was holding the Brass Knuckles Heavyweight Championship for 489 days, which is a record for that title. He became well-known in ECW, winning the World Heavyweight Championship twice and being part of notable wrestling stables like Team Canada.

Death and Legacy

Mike Alfonso passed away on February 17, 2007, in Tampa, Florida, by suicide. His death shocked the wrestling community, and he is remembered for his impressive in-ring skills and contributions to professional wrestling. Alfonso’s legacy continues to live on through his memorable matches and the impact he had on fans and fellow wrestlers.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
ECW One Night Stand 2005 2005-06-12 Mike Awesome
ECW – Unreleased Vol. 1 2012-06-05 Himself
WCW The Great American Bash 2000 2000-06-11 Mike Awesome
WCW Spring Stampede 2000 2000-04-16 Mike Awesome
WCW Slamboree 2000 2000-05-07 Mike Awesome
WCW Bash at the Beach 2000 2000-07-09 Mike Awesome
WCW Fall Brawl 2000 2000-09-17 Mike Awesome
WCW Halloween Havoc 2000 2000-10-29 Mike Awesome
WCW Starrcade 2000 2000-12-17 Mike Awesome
WWE InVasion 2001-07-22 Mike Awesome
FMW: Yokohama Deathmatch 2001-07-31 Mike “Gladiator” Awesome
WCW Sin 2001-01-14 Mike Awesome
WWE: 150 Best Pay-Per-View Matches, Vol 3 2014-12-31 Himself
ECW Crossing The Line Again 1997-02-01 Mike Awesome
ECW November to Remember 1999 1999-11-07 Mike Awesome
AWESOME BOMB 2022-03-14 Himself