Dean Detton
American professional wrestler
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Dean Henry Detton (June 27, 1908 – February 23, 1958) was an American professional wrestler and World Heavyweight Champion who was active in the early portion of the twentieth century.[3] Previously he was a proficient University of Utah football player. Detton was born in Richmond, Utah and raised Mormon.[4][5][6] He retired from wrestling in 1951 and then ran a bar, The Turf Club, where he eventually hanged himself.[7]
BornDean Henry Detton[1]
June 27, 1908[1]
June 27, 1908[1]
Richmond, Utah, United States[1]
DiedFebruary 23, 1958 (aged 49)[1]
AlmamaterUniversity of Utah
Detton (top) in 1937 | |
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | Dean Henry Detton[1] June 27, 1908[1] Richmond, Utah, United States[1] |
| Died | February 23, 1958 (aged 49)[1] |
| Alma mater | University of Utah |
| Professional wrestling career | |
| Ring name | Dean Detton[1] |
| Billed height | 5 ft 10 in (178 cm)[1] |
| Billed weight | 202 lb (92 kg)[1] |
| Retired | 1951[2] |
[8] For his last 14 years he had lived in Hayward, California.[9]
Championships and accomplishments
- 50th State Big Time Wrestling
- California State Athletic Commission
- New York State Athletic Commission
- NWA New Zealand
- Other titles