Monsoon is famous for his run as a villainous super-heavyweight main eventer, and later as the voice of the World Wrestling Federation (WWF), as commentator and backstage manager during the 1980s and 1990s. He also portrayed the on-screen role of WWF President from 1995 to 1997.

Apr 18, 2023 · Although Gorilla Monsoon retired from in-ring wrestling during the early 1980s, he later shined as a TV announcer for WWE. As the company headed toward the 1980s Wrestling Boom period with the rise of Hulkamania, Gorilla Monsoon became part of the legendary announcing duo alongside Jesse "The Body" Ventura during that exciting era of WWE.

Robert James "Gino" Marella (June 4, 1937 – October 6, 1999), better known by his ring name of Gorilla Monsoon, was an American professional wrestler, play-by-play announcer, and booker. He is famous for his run as one of the great super-heavyweights, and later as the voice of the World...

Robert James "Bob"/"Gino" Marella (June 4, 1937 – October 6, 1999) was an American professional wrestler, play-by-play commentator, and booker. He was better known by his ring name Gorilla Monsoon. He is known for his professional wrestling run as …

Oct 6, 1999 · Full wrestling profile of Gorilla Monsoon, with Career History, Real Name, Height, Weight, Age, Face/Heel Turns, Titles Won, Finishers, Theme Songs, Tag Teams, appearance changes, and more.

Gorilla Monsoon Also known as Gino Marella, Bob Marella, Gino Bob Marella, Manchurian Giant

Gorilla Monsoon, inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 1994, never missed a beat despite moving from the ring to the mic during his storied career as a Superstar and commentator.

Jul 14, 2023 · Gorilla Monsoon was not just a legendary professional wrestler, but he was also a larger-than-life personality who left an indelible mark on the industry. With his imposing stature and booming voice, Gorilla Monsoon became one of …

Oct 7, 1999 · Monsoon became a crowd attraction because he was one of only a few 400-pound-plus wrestlers in the business. The crowd came out in numbers to see him, but they often also came with boos. Killer Kowalski and Monsoon teamed up on November 14, 1963, to win the WWWF Tag Team titles in Washington D.C.

Robert James "Gino" Marella (June 4, 1937 – October 6, 1999) was an American amateur and professional wrestler, announcer and executive from New York City best known for his work for the WWWF/WWF from the 1960s to the 1990s as Gorilla Monsoon.