Known as "Jake the Snake" for bringing a python into the ring with him when he wrestled, he enjoyed a long, popular career in the WWF and WCW.

Before Fame

He began his wrestling career doing small shows in Louisiana.

Trivia

He is credited with inventing the finishing move the DDT, which became a widely-used mainstay in pro wrestling.

Family Life

His father, Aurelian "Grizzly" Smith, was a pro wrestler.

Associated With

He once DDT'd Hulk Hogan on an episode of "The Snake Pit."