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Despite differences between them due to comments Dynamite Kid made about Stu Hart in his autobiography, Bret still regards him as "pound-for-pound, the greatest wrestler who ever lived." Dynamite Kid began taking steroids in 1979, when Big Daddy Ritter, aka the Junkyard Dog, introduced Billington to the anabolic steroid Dianabol. [19]
Dynamite Kid didn’t just use steroids, he used too much. Due to his smaller stature, the wrestler felt like he had to overcompensate with even more PEDs. This became such “a way of life” for him that running out was an emergency. One that he solved by taking horse steroids. Dynamite Kid never looked better, but had never felt worse.
Aug 8, 2024 · Dark Side of the Ring did an episode on him and there are so many dark moments involving him. 10. Dynamite Kid’s Steroid Abuse. The most obvious thing with Dynamite Kid is that while he may be small, he was hacked and had a ton of muscles. It was obvious that Dynamite Kid did a ton of steroids and it didn't help that steroid abuse was crazy ...
- Dynamite Kid Was A Trailblazer in Wrestling.
- By The 1980s, Dynamite Kid Was A Top Performer.
- Dynamite Kid Was Involved in Multiple Backstage encounters with Jacques Rougeau.
- Dynamite Kid Would Return to Japan, Though in pain.
- Billington Would Soon Become Involved in Bare-Knuckle Fights.
- Thomas Billington Passed Away on December 5, 2018.
Real name Thomas Billington, Dynamite Kid helped to usher in an era of faster-paced, harder-hitting wrestling. This would go on to be emulated by the likes of Lance Storm, who spoke on this episode of Dark Side of the Ring.
In addition to Stampede Wrestling, he was a star in Japan, including All Japan Pro Wrestling and New Japan Pro-Wrestling. In the latter, his work with the original Tiger Mask, Satoru Sayama, was highly regarded, due to the quickness and execution of the matches. Mick Foley recalled discovering this work, as a young fan, on VHS. At his short stature...
The Fabulous Rougeaus once wrestled The British Bulldogs to a draw. While the Rougeaus were pleased with the result, Dynamite was not. Backstage, Jacques Rougeau was playing cards with Mr. Perfect. Suddenly, Rougeau was struck from behind by Dynamite, which was followed by a mounted assault, swelling Rougeau’s face. Injured and fearful for his life...
Despite the aforementioned pain, he continued to wrestle at a high level. During a tour in Japan, he complained about pain in his arm. It was discovered that there were torn ligaments in his arm. This intensified Dynamite’s rage, resulting in fights at home, in addition to becoming more involved with drugs and drinking. He would also watch matches ...
Five years following the aforementioned retirement match, he returned to Japan for a comeback. However, it showcased a shadow of the former Dynamite Kid. He became incredibly skinny, practically skin and bone, by this point. Not long after, he lost the use of his left leg, confining him to a wheelchair. He would never return to Canada to see his fa...
Despite his past, he remains one of the most influential figures in professional wrestling. However, his story is one that can’t be told without a sad ending. Michelle understood that his legacy, as a wrestler, was what he wanted to give his children. Foley said that Dynamite Kid isn’t the first and won’t be the last to suffer for their art, paying...
Jun 11, 2021 · His father told him to go to the bank and get himself a roll of quarters. Jacques is waiting for Dynamite and looks him in the eye and blasts him in the face with a right hand. It knocked 4 teeth ...
Dec 6, 2018 · A history of steroid abuse and hard bumps led to Billington being physically incapacitated and confined to a wheelchair for the rest of his days. But not before his greatest disciple rose to prominence, fame, and eventually, infamy. Chris Benoit sang the praises of the Dynamite Kid throughout his career.
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Jun 10, 2021 · In 1984, The Dynamite Kid was signed with WWF, joining Davey Boy Smith, Bret Hart and Jim Neidhart. In order to compete at the top, Dynamite continued to push the limits of his body. Julie reflects on Dynamite’s physical transformation due largely to steroid abuse.
