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William Calhoun

Born
Aug 3, 1934 · Aged 55
Died
Dec 7, 1989
Place of birth
McKinney, Texas, USA
Gender
Male
Movie credits
5
TV credits
1
Also known as (3)
  • William Dee Calhoun
  • Haystack
  • William 'Haystacks' Calhoun

Biography

William Dee Calhoun (August 3, 1934 – December 7, 1989) was an American professional wrestler, who used the professional name "Haystack" or "Haystacks" Calhoun. Born on August 3, 1934, William Dee Calhoun grew up on a farm in McKinney, Texas; a rural suburb located in Collin County about 30 miles (48 kilometers) north of Dallas. By age 14, he already weighed 300 pounds (140 kilograms), as he routinely ate a dozen eggs for breakfast. By the time he was in his early 20s, Calhoun weighed over 600 pounds (270 kg). Legend has it that Calhoun was discovered by a traveling wrestling promoter that…