The Crusher

Reginald Lisowski (July 11, 1926 – October 22, 2005) was an American professional wrestler, better known by his ring name, The Crusher (sometimes Crusher Lisowski to distinguish him from other Crushers, such as Crusher Blackwell). In 1964, the Minneapolis-based garage rock band The Novas wrote a song dedicated to him called …

'Da Crusher' to be inducted into Minnesota Wrestling Hall of Fame

South Milwaukee native Reggie "Da Crusher" Lisowski will be inducted into the Minnesota Wrestling Hall of Fame. The full induction announcement is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. Oct. 9 during a ...

Signed Wrestling Photo: The Crusher Reggie Lisowski (d.

7 1/2 x 10 1/2 wrestling paper photo attached to heavy backing paper of The Crusher, Reggie Lisowski. Crusher passed away in 2005.

The one, the only, Da Crusher remembered

Da Crusher The one, the only, Da Crusher remembered. Growing up in the Twin Cities, Verne Gagne's American Wrestling Association was larger than life.

The Crusher (wrestler) | Military Wiki | Fandom

Reginald Lisowski (July 11, 1926 – October 22, 2005) was an American professional wrestler, better known by his ring name, The Crusher (sometimes Crusher Lisowski to distinguish him from other Crushers, such as Crusher Blackwell). In his obituary, The Washington Post described him as "a professional wrestler whose blue-collar bona fides …

A statue of The Crusher in the wrestler's beloved South …

Crusher's daughter, Dawn Lisowski of Cudahy, agrees that a busy spot in the heart of South Milwaukee would be best. She would like to see her bronze father flexing an impressive bicep and wearing ...

The Crusher

Statistics and information about the 2999 matches fought by The Crusher in our events database

Reggie "The Crusher" Lisowski (1926-2005)

Lisowski was inducted into the Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame with his most famous tag-team partner, the late Dick "The Bruiser" Afflis. The pair collected five American Wrestling Association world tag titles. The Crusher, paired with other wrestlers, won three more. He also won the AWA's world heavyweight title three times.

Crusher « Wrestlers Database « CAGEMATCH

a.k.a. Crusher Lisowski. Reggie Lisowski. Roles: Singles Wrestler (1949 - 1989) Beginning of in-ring career: 30.11.1949. End of in-ring career:

The wrestler that made Milwaukee famous: The Crusher

The Crusher, whose real name was Reginald Lisowski, was a legendary figure in the world of professional wrestling. Known for his larger-than-life personality and blue collar persona, The Crusher gained a massive following during his career in the ring with the American Wrestling Association . ... The Crusher's ability to execute the Bolo ...

Reggie Lisowski Obituary (2005)

MILWAUKEE - Reggie "The Crusher" Lisowski, a professional wrestler who frequently performed in Duluth, died on Saturday night. He was 79.

Da Crusher may be honored with a life-size statue in South …

The Crusher died in 2005 at the age of 79 of a brain tumor. Maria Miller has been working at the Holy Sepulcher Cemetery, 3800 E. College Ave. in Cudahy, for 18 years.

Reginald Lisowski

Reginald Lisowski (July 11, 1926 - October 22, 2005) was an American professional wrestler, better known by his ring name, The Crusher. Lisowski was born and raised in …

Wrestling Legend Da Crusher honored with bronze statue in South Milwaukee

SOUTH MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- The bronze statue of the professional wrestler Reggie 'Da Crusher' Lisowski was unveiled in South Milwaukee Saturday. The event dubbed, 'Crusherfest' brought in ...

Celebrating legendary wrestler 'The Crusher's' legacy in

It has to be Reggie "The Crusher" Lisowski. This icon, who once flew of the ropes in the wrestling ring, is now enshrined in bronze as a symbol of South Milwaukee. In fact, the city has held ...

The wrestler that made Milwaukee famous: The Crusher

The Crusher, whose real name was Reginald Lisowski, was a legendary figure in the world of professional wrestling. Known for his larger-than-life personality …

A NICE FAREWELL FOR DA CRUSHER

A wrestling ring in Holy Sepulcher Cemetery pays homage to Reggie "Da Crusher" Lisowski, the wrestler who made Milwaukee famous. Lisowski was buried at …

The Crusher's legacy lives on

For more than 40 years, "The Crusher" was wrestling's greatest superstar. The South Milwaukee native's legacy lives on with today's sports entertainment superstars, as well as his family.

Crusher and Billy Graham arm wrestle!

195K views, 2.3K likes, 97 loves, 76 comments, 373 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from Retro Pro Wrestling: August 4, 1973. Minneapolis TV taping. Crusher Lisowski accepts …

The Crusher

Reginald Lisowski (July 11, 1926 – October 22, 2005) was an American professional wrestler, better known by his ring name, The Crusher (sometimes Crusher Lisowski to distinguish him from other Crushers, such as Crusher Blackwell). Georgia Championship Wrestling - NWA Georgia Tag Team Championship Japan Wrestling Association - NWA …

FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS FOR CRUSHER LISOWSKI

In another commercial, The Crusher bent a tire in half. "Not many people can do that," David Lisowski said. The Crusher teamed up with William "Dick The Bruiser" Afflis and won a number of tag-team titles. Lisowski also participated in what people said was the first cage match ever, in which The Crusher took on Maurice "Mad Dog" Vachon.

"Da Crusher" Celebrated in Milwaukee, …

Reginald Lisowski (July 11, 1926 – October 22, 2005) was an American professional wrestler, better known by his ring name, The Crusher (sometimes Crusher Lisowski to distinguish him from other …

'He would have loved it:' Da Crusher statue unveiled during

Reginald Lisowski, born and raised in South Milwaukee, was a professional wrestler, better known by his ring name, The Crusher (sometimes Crusher Lisowski to distinguish him from other Crushers.)

Reginald Lisowski

Reginald Lisowski (July 11, 1926 - October 22, 2005) was an American professional wrestler, better known by his ring name, The Crusher. Lisowski was born and raised in the Milwaukee suburb of South …

WCW Hall of Fame: The Crusher

The Crusher is honored by being inducted into the WCW Hall of Fame. The Crusher is honored by being inducted into the WCW Hall of Fame. Skip to main content. WWE Network; Shows; Superstars; Tickets; Shop; Watch every Premium Live Event and …

Da Crusher Statue | South Milwaukee, WI

Reggie "Da Crusher" Lisowski wrestled professionally at the highest level for over 40 years and was known worldwide as "The Man That Made Milwaukee Famous." He was a three time AWA Heavyweight Champion, a five time AWA tag team champion with Dick the Bruiser, a member of the WCW Hall of Fame, and a World War II Army Veteran. ...

About The Crusher | Crusherfest

Reginald Lisowski (July 11, 1926 – October 22, 2005) was an American professional wrestler, better known by his ring name, The Crusher (sometimes Crusher Lisowski to distinguish him from other Crushers, such as Crusher Blackwell).In his obituary, The Washington Post described him as "a professional wrestler whose blue-collar bona fides …

About The Crusher | Crusherfest

Reginald Lisowski (July 11, 1926 – October 22, 2005) was an American professional wrestler, better known by his ring name, The Crusher (sometimes Crusher Lisowski to …

The Crusher

Stan Lane & The Crusher: def. (DQ) Animal (c) & Hawk (c) AWA Tag Team Titles: AWA Las Vegas Show (Aug '84) Aug 25th 1984: Animal & Hawk: def. Baron Von Raschke (c) & The Crusher (c) AWA Tag Team Titles (title change) AWA Green Bay Show (Jul '84) Jul 22nd 1984: The Crusher: def. (DQ) Abdullah The Butcher: AWA Green Bay Show (Jun …