John Bilbo (wrestler)

John Bilbo
Bilbo in 1951
Birth nameJohn Ralph Bilbo
Born(1906-01-22)January 22, 1906
De Queen, Arkansas, U.S.
DiedMay 13, 1975(1975-05-13) (aged 69)
Spouses
  • Betty L. Mast
    (m. 19281950)
  • Ramona Rae Roten
    (m. 19511975)
Children2
Professional wrestling career
Ring names
  • Jules Strongbow.
  • Julius Strongbow
Billed height6 ft 4 in (193 cm)
Billed weight285 lb (129 kg)
Debut1931
Retired1948

John Ralph "Buster" Bilbo (January 22, 1906 – May 13, 1975), better known by the ring name Jules Strongbow, was an American professional wrestler, wrestling promoter and commentator, actor and sporting venue owner. He was a key figure in the Los Angeles wrestling territory as a booker and promoter in the 1950s and 1960s. In 1959, Strongbow co-founded the North American Wrestling Alliance with Cal and Aileen Eaton and is credited for creating some of its biggest stars.