Bob Orton Jr.

Bob Orton Jr. is a retired professional wrestler and the son of Bob Orton Sr., the brother of Barry Orton, and the father of Randy Orton.

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Profession :

Wrestler

Birthday :

January 1, 1970

Age :

55

Robert Keith “Cowboy” Bob Orton Jr., born on November 10, 1950, is an American semi-retired professional wrestler known for his time in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) during the 1980s and early 1990s. As a villainous character, he participated in significant feuds with wrestlers like Hulk Hogan and Randy Savage. Orton Jr. has also appeared in wrestling documentaries and reality television shows, held multiple championships in various wrestling promotions, and was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2005.

Before embarking on his wrestling career, Orton Jr. served in the United States Marine Corps and played football as a linebacker for their team. His athletic prowess caught the eye of a wrestling promoter, who encouraged him to train for the sport. Orton Jr.’s time in the Marines helped him develop the discipline and toughness that would benefit him throughout his wrestling career.

In recent years, Orton Jr. has continued to engage with the wrestling industry, attending conventions and fan events, and occasionally appearing on WWE programming alongside his son, Randy Orton. Despite being semi-retired, he remains a respected figure in the wrestling community and is recognized for his contributions to the sport.

Bob Orton Jr. comes from a family of professional wrestlers, being the son of Bob Orton Sr., the brother of Barry Orton, and the father of Randy Orton.