Larry Zbyszko: Boo On Me – His Secret Tale

If the title of this article evokes memories of “Boo on Me,” which might perhaps be the worst song in the history of recording, you’ve come to the right place. Just like that infamous tune, the story of Larry Zbyszko is one part baffling, one part brilliant, and entirely unforgettable.

Known as "The Living Legend," Zbyszko carved out a controversial yet captivating career that blurred the lines between hero and villain, respect and revulsion. From betraying his mentor Bruno Sammartino in one of wrestling’s most shocking heel turns to redefining the art of stalling in the ring, Zbyszko’s journey is a deep dive into the strange alchemy of ego, timing, and showmanship that turned boos into legend.

Larry Zbyszko: From Whistler To Wrestler

Larry Zbyszko was born Lawrence Whistler on December 5th, 1951, in Chicago, Illinois. His family would relocate to Pittsburgh in the early 1960s.

One fateful Saturday evening, while fiddling with the television dial (in the days before remote controls), young Larry stumbled across WIIC-TV’s "Studio Wrestling." It aired on Channel 11, but to Pittsburgh wrestling fans, it was number one.

Hosted by the charismatic "Chilly Billy" Bill Cardille, the program showcased emerging stars like Dominic DeNucci and, most memorably, Bruno Sammartino. From the moment he first saw Sammartino in action, Larry was hooked.

Larry was so transfixed by the action that he instantly decided to make professional wrestling his lifelong vocation.

In an RF Shoot Video, Larry Zbyszko discussed his early wrestling exposure and aspirations:

“When I was a kid in Pittsburgh, wrestling was this larger-than-life spectacle. I remember watching Bruno Sammartino and being captivated by the drama and athleticism. It wasn’t just about the moves; it was about the stories they told in the ring. That passion drove me to pursue wrestling, even when others doubted me.”

Like so many wrestling fans across the entire East Coast, he was utterly enamored with Bruno, who, on May 17th, 1963, shocked the wrestling world by defeating “Nature Boy” Buddy Rogers in a mere 48 seconds and capturing the World Wide Wrestling Federation Championship.

Sammartino’s powerful physique, superhuman strength, grace, and humility endeared him to millions of professional wrestling fans, especially a young Larry Zbyszko.

Meeting His Hero, Bruno Sammartino

While speaking as a guest on the Monte & The Pharoah Show, Larry Zbyszko recounted the experience of meeting his real-life hero, Bruno Sammartino.

“When I was 16, I started driving. I found out where [Bruno] lived four or five miles down the road from me. I would drive by his house. It was hard to see, he had these big hedges around his property.”

Zbyszko continued, “One time, I saw him in the backyard. I stopped the car and started crawling through these hedges. I was full of cuts and stickers. Bruno looks at me, and I don’t know how he kept a straight face. In his prime, he was awesome-looking; he looked like a gorilla that shaved. Long story short, I introduced myself. He was a very nice guy. Once in a while, I would see him and stop by. We talked, and he found out about my amateur wrestling career. I started working out with him in his basement with his weights. And doing his workout.”

Bruno would soon agree to train young Larry and assist him in his quest to become a professional wrestler. However, Bruno, whose wisdom matched his physical strength, insisted that Zbyszko first further his education. Sammartino knew that a career in the squared circle could be shortened or ended at any time, and he didn’t want the young Whistler whistling Dixie (or whatever one whistles in Pittsburgh).

Larry attended Penn State University on a scholarship due to his high school wrestling prowess. Bruno’s wishes notwithstanding, Larry’s decision to attend college was highly influenced by the alternative.

In 1969 (when Larry turned 18), the United States was still deeply mired in the Vietnam War, and as Larry mentioned in his interview, “State College was way better than ‘Nam.”

Zbyszko’s true passion remained wrestling, and he left Penn State in his junior year.

Larry Zbyszko Starts His Pro Wrestling Career

Larry Zbyszko began his professional wrestling career in earnest, working in the unique Pittsburgh “territory,” a part of the World Wide Wrestling Federation. The territory was owned by several folks, most notably Newton Tattrie, who achieved fame as Geto Mongol in the early 1970s. Bruno also owned the Pittsburgh territory at one point.

The centerpiece of the region was Studio Wrestling. The show featured local greats Frank “Slip Mahoney” Durso, Frank “Carnegie Cop” Holtz, and Bobby “Hurricane” Hunt, as well as WWWF mainstays like Sammartino and Dominic DeNucci. Many of the territories’ shows took place at local high schools, including Beaver Falls (home of Joe Namath), Donora (home of Stan “The Man” Musial and the Griffeys), and Titusville. The Jaffa Mosque in Altoona frequently hosted cards, with the Pittsburgh Civic Arena featuring the major events for the territory.

Larry’s first match occurred on September 1st, 1972, at the Civic Arena. He defeated Frank Durso in a mere 17 seconds. Zbyszko wrestled sparingly for the remainder of the year and into the spring of 1973. He often worked with another rising young star who was billed as John L. Sullivan, who would eventually morph into Johnny Valiant and achieve massive success with his “brother” Jimmy. The Valiant Brothers captured tag team gold nationwide and were inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 1996.

Oh, Canada! Zbyszko Heads Up North

After several months of wrestling locally in Pittsburgh, Bruno arranged for Larry to work for the NWA All-Star Wrestling promotion.

Based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, former NWA World Heavyweight Champion Gene Kiniski owned and operated the NWA All-Star Wrestling territory.

Larry, wrestling under his given name of Larry Whistler, made his debut there on May 28th, 1973. Whistler defeated local talent Jack Bence. Throughout this period, Larry wrestled mainly on the undercard, predominantly garnering victories over enhancement talents.

Larry would continue wrestling with relative anonymity in Western Canada through early October. He suffered his first Canadian defeat at the hands of John Quinn. On his way out of the territory, he lost matches to Gene Kiniski and Greg Valentine. Zbyszko would also have several matches with Dean Higuchi (later to become Dean Ho) and The Brute (Buggsy McGraw).

Before long, Larry was once again Eastbound and Down, returning to Pittsburgh as Larry Zbyszko. On October 10th, 1973, he celebrated his homecoming with a time-limit draw with the great Baron Mikel Scicluna at the Pittsburgh Civic Center.

Zbyszko wrestled sparingly for the remainder of 1973 and into early 1974.

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WWWF Rookie of the Year

Larry Zbyszko made his long-awaited debut for the World Wide Wrestling Federation on March 8, 1974, picking up a decisive victory over "The Continental Nobleman" Joe Turco in Albany, New York.

Discussing his first match in the WWF on The Art of Wrestling, Larry shared his experience:

“Stepping into the ring for the first time was surreal. I was just a kid in trunks, standing before thousands of fully dressed fans. The nerves were overwhelming, but once the match started, instinct took over. That debut was the beginning of an incredible journey.”

From there, he racked up a string of wins, pinning opponents like Tony Altomare, Tomas Marin, and Johnny Rodz. He also notched disqualification victories over the formidable Toru Tanaka and Larry "The Axe" Hennig.

Among his more curious conquests was Ed Sullivan – no, not that Ed Sullivan – who, without the aid of Topo Gigio, couldn’t keep his shoulders off the mat. Though Larry would come up short against top-tier stars like Killer Kowalski and Bobby Duncum, his strong showing throughout 1974 didn’t go unnoticed. That year, the WWF honored him as Rookie of the Year, a fitting title for a newcomer whose rise was only just beginning.

Tag Team Gold With Tony Garea

In the mid-1970s, Larry Zbyszko hit the road once again, gaining valuable experience across the wrestling map. His journey took him through the Florida, Georgia, Mid-Atlantic, and San Francisco territories, as well as on a tour of Japan, each stop sharpening his skills and building his ring IQ.

By early 1977, Zbyszko returned to the World Wide Wrestling Federation with newfound polish and purpose. He quickly made his presence felt, scoring impressive victories over former champion Stan Stasiak, Baron Mikel Scicluna, Nikolai Volkoff, and Tor Kamata. He even challenged reigning champion Superstar Billy Graham in a series of title bouts, showing he could hang with the best in the business.

Around this time, Zbyszko formed a regular tag team with Tony Garea, the highly regarded New Zealander and 1973 Rookie of the Year.

Though both continued to compete as singles wrestlers, they frequently teamed up over the next two years. Their chemistry paid off on November 21, 1978, when they defeated the Yukon Lumberjacks to capture the WWF Tag Team Championships. The pair held the titles for over three months before dropping them to The Valiant Brothers, Jerry and Johnny. A series of rematches followed before Zbyszko departed on a six-week return tour of Japan.

When he came back to the States, Larry shifted his focus solely to singles competition. He quickly built momentum, notching notable wins over tough opponents such as Bulldog Brower, Swede Hanson, Jimmy Valiant, and Hossein Arab, who would later gain international fame as The Iron Sheik.

The Feud of the Century: Student Vs. Teacher, Zbyszko Vs. Bruno

Larry Zbyszko would face off against The Iron Sheik for the first time at Madison Square Garden on January 21, 1980, securing a win by disqualification in what was a chaotic clash of styles. But the real turning point came just 24 hours later in Hamburg, Pennsylvania, during the WWF television tapings.

There, under the premise of a friendly "exhibition," Zbyszko stepped into the ring with his childhood hero and longtime mentor, Bruno Sammartino. What unfolded shocked the wrestling world. That infamous encounter—no longer remembered as a mere exhibition but as one of the most stunning betrayals in wrestling history—would be etched into legend. The details are well-documented in Bruno Sammartino and Larry Zbyszko: A Heel Turn For The Ages, a must-read account penned by Pro Wrestling Stories senior writer Javier Ojst.

The Zbyszko-Bruno feud is considered by many as the greatest in the history of professional wrestling. The student versus the teacher, the protégé versus the mentor, Judas versus Jesus, this schism had it all.

On an episode of The Insider’s Edge podcast, Zbyszko discussed the intense reactions he received from fans during his heel run:

“People really loved Bruno [Sammartino.] They really hated me. We’d be in arenas and there’d be riots that would break out, especially if I cheated and won the match. It wasn’t like today where there’s big barriers all set up and the audience is smart and a different mindset.”

The pair battled throughout the Northeast for months, selling out major arenas in New York, Boston, Baltimore, Philadelphia, and Pittsburgh. The feud would reach its zenith at the third “Showdown at Shea” event, where, on August 9th, 1980, Bruno emerged victorious in a Steel Cage match, to the overwhelming delight of the 36,295 in attendance at the wretched wind tunnel better known as Shea Stadium.

Larry Zbyszko’s last recorded match in his feud with Bruno Sammartino was on December 11th, 1980, at a house show in McClellandtown, Pennsylvania, where he lost via countout.

Although Larry was on the short end of the proverbial stick for most of these bouts, it is worth noting that Zbyszko was never once pinned or submitted. The matches would end in countout, disqualification, or, in the event of a cage match, Bruno simply emerging first from the steel structure.

Sammartino carefully constructed these outcomes to keep Larry strong and increase his marketability.

Unfortunately, the intended effect was not achieved.

Following the dramatic climax of the Bruno feud, Larry Zbyszko remained a prominent figure on WWF cards for several months. He found himself in high-profile programs against Pedro Morales, his former tag partner Tony Garea, and reigning WWF Champion Bob Backlund. However, by November, a noticeable shift occurred. Zbyszko’s momentum slowed, and the victories over Garea that once came routinely began slipping away.

By early 1981, his presence on WWF cards had dwindled. He wrestled only a handful of matches, with his final appearance taking place on March 12, 1981, in a countout loss to Dominic DeNucci at Parsippany Hills High School. No slight to the fine folks of Parsippany, but it marked a steep descent from the heights of main-eventing Madison Square Garden and Shea Stadium with the legendary Bruno Sammartino.

Larry Zbyszko In The Territories/AWA Part I

After a lengthy hiatus from professional wrestling, punctuated only by two tours of Japan, Larry Zbyszko returned to the spotlight in March 1983, joining Georgia Championship Wrestling (GCW). His comeback was met with a strong push, as he quickly notched wins over the likes of Brian Blair, Johnny Rich, and Joe Lightfoot.

Soon after his arrival, Zbyszko made waves by purchasing the prestigious NWA National Heavyweight Championship from "Killer" Tim Brooks, who had just dethroned Paul Orndorff. Unsurprisingly, Zbyszko showed little interest in defending the title against Orndorff, prompting NWA President Bob Geigel to strip him of the championship.

But Larry wouldn’t be denied for long. On May 6, 1983, he captured the National Heavyweight Title the hard way, by defeating the legendary Mr. Wrestling II (John Walker) in the ring. His reign would last nearly five months before he lost the belt to Brett Sawyer on September 25 in Atlanta. Zbyszko’s run in the territory wrapped up on March 22, 1984, with a loss to Brad Armstrong in Cleveland, Ohio.

Three days later, the future Living Legend would debut in the American Wrestling Association (AWA), wrestling to a time-limit draw with Steve-O (Steve Olsonowski) in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

Larry’s initial push in the territory was fairly restrained. While he picked up wins over undercard talent, he consistently came up short against main eventers like Billy Robinson and Tony Atlas. He also wrestled to multiple time-limit draws with a then-ascending Curt Hennig and Steve O., signaling his spot as a solid but unspectacular presence on the card.

Teamed occasionally with Steve Regal, the duo often found themselves on the losing end against more established teams such as Steve Keirn and Stan Lane. By all accounts, Zbyszko had settled into a firm mid-card role. It was a far cry from his days headlining Madison Square Garden. Losing to an aging Baron Von Raschke at Boylan Catholic High School in Rockford, Illinois, was a humbling marker of how far he’d fallen since his WWWF heyday.

Zbyszko’s ascent in the AWA was anything but meteoric. On January 11, 1986, he suffered an ignominious loss to perennial underdog Jake "The Milkman" Milliman—a sign of just how directionless his push had become.

Things didn’t improve much at WrestleRock ’86, where Larry lost a novelty boxing match to former heavyweight Scott LeDoux.

In July 1987, he found himself embroiled in controversy once again after interfering in Curt Hennig’s AWA World Title match against Nick Bockwinkel. The interference earned him a “lifetime suspension” from the AWA, but Zbyszko would spin the moment to his advantage, declaring himself the man who had retired both Bockwinkel and Bruno Sammartino.

His next chapter unfolded in Jim Crockett Promotions, where he arrived in late 1987. Accompanied at first by Baby Doll (Nickla Roberts), Zbyszko entered into a feud with Barry Windham.

On January 24, 1988, at the Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, New York, Zbyszko scored a rare singles title victory by defeating Windham to claim the short-lived NWA Western States Heritage Championship.

Eventually aligning himself with master strategist Gary Hart, Larry teamed with Al Perez, with Hart lobbying NWA brass for a title shot against then-World Champion Ric Flair.

When Jim Crockett Jr. sold his promotion to media mogul Ted Turner, the shift in ownership effectively derailed the momentum of both Zbyszko and Perez. Their push faded into the background amid the company’s restructuring.

Meanwhile, back in the AWA – where institutional memory appeared to be in short supply – Larry quietly re-emerged in January 1989, despite his supposed "lifetime ban." His return to the Minneapolis-based promotion marked the unofficial end of the forgotten Western States Heritage title, which Zbyszko retired without fanfare as he began the final, and perhaps most successful, chapter of his AWA career.

Larry Zbyszko In The AWA Part II: Champion

Larry Zbyszko’s second stint in the AWA proved far more fruitful than his initial run, and it’s hard to ignore the possible influence of his marriage to Kathleen Gagne, daughter of AWA patriarch Verne Gagne. While Larry had always possessed the talent and mic skills to be a top-tier heel, having a seat at the family dinner table didn’t hurt his positioning.

With the promotion in decline and star power dwindling, Zbyszko emerged as one of the AWA’s final marquee names, stepping into a leadership role both on-screen and behind the scenes.

On February 7th, 1989, he entered an eighteen-man battle royal to fill the vacant AWA World Heavyweight Championship. Using his superb stalling tactics, Larry found himself in the match’s finale against Z-Man Tom Zenk. Larry used a fallaway slam to hurl Zenk over the top rope, and after sixteen years in the profession, he became the new AWA kingpin.

In an RF Video Shoot Interview, Larry remembered his time in AWA fondly:

“Being part of the AWA was a significant chapter in my career. Winning the AWA World Heavyweight Championship was a testament to years of hard work. The competition was fierce, and every match was a test of skill and strategy. I cherish those memories and the legacy we built.”

Nepotism jokes aside, Larry Zbyszko proved himself to be a credible, consistent, and hard-working AWA World Heavyweight Champion. During his reign, he defended the title against a wide range of challengers, including legends like Wahoo McDaniel and Sgt. Slaughter, as well as rising stars such as David Sammartino and the formidable Mr. Saito.

Though he briefly lost the title to Saito in Tokyo on February 10th, 1990, Zbyszko reclaimed it just two months later at SuperClash IV on April 8th in St. Paul, Minnesota.

He successfully fended off subsequent challengers like The Trooper (Del Wilkes), Brad Rheingans, and Nikita Koloff. His reign came to an end not in the ring, but by administrative decision.

He was stripped of the belt on December 12th, 1990, after departing for World Championship Wrestling (WCW), closing the book on one of the AWA’s final headline chapters.

The American Wrestling Association would declare bankruptcy in 1991, making Larry Zbyszko the last champion of the promotion.

Winding Down: The Last Years Of Larry Zbyszko In WCW

After arriving in WCW in late 1990, Larry Zbyszko was briefly aligned with Terrence Taylor of the York Foundation, though he never officially joined the group.

By the summer of 1991, he found a more fitting partnership with Arn Anderson, forming the hard-hitting tag team known as The Enforcers. The duo quickly rose to prominence, capturing the WCW World Tag Team Championships by defeating Rick Steiner and Bill Kazmaier at Clash of the Champions XVI: Fall Brawl on September 5, 1991.

Their time at the top was brief, however, as they dropped the titles just over two months later to the newly formed team of Ricky Steamboat and Dustin Rhodes at Clash of the Champions XVII in Savannah, Georgia.

Following that loss, Zbyszko and Anderson joined forces with Paul E. Dangerously’s Dangerous Alliance, a dominant faction that also featured Rick Rude, "Stunning" Steve Austin, Bobby Eaton, and Madusa.

Larry’s run with the group came to an abrupt end on May 17, 1992, when he accidentally injured Eaton during a match. The incident led to his dismissal from the group and marked a surprising babyface turn, the first for Zbyszko in over ten years.

After a string of televised losses, Zbyszko quietly stepped away from full-time competition and transitioned into a new chapter of his career: joining the WCW broadcast team, where his sharp wit and deep knowledge of the business made him a standout voice behind the mic.

Larry Zbyszko’s retirement from active competition proved to be short-lived. While serving as a commentator on WCW Pro, he became a frequent target of verbal jabs from Lord Steven Regal. Regal’s condescending remarks and constant provocations eventually pushed Zbyszko too far.

No longer the methodical, stalling heel of years past, the now 42-year-old Zbyszko returned to the ring with a renewed sense of pride and purpose. On May 2, 1994, he stunned Regal and the wrestling world by defeating him to win the WCW World Television Championship.

Though his reign was brief, with the title returning to Regal the next month, Zbyszko’s comeback showed his enduring toughness and ring savvy. After the short run, he resumed his role at the commentary desk, where his sharp insight and signature swagger continued to entertain audiences.

Larry would flourish as a broadcaster, working alongside Tony Schiavone on WCW Monday Nitro.

On an episode of Two Man Power Trip of Wrestling Podcast, Larry discussed this time in his career and his smooth transition from active wrestling to commentary:

“For me it worked out great. I had a good twenty-year career. By about 1992 I was thinking I’d start settling into the broadcasting thing. It was a good time; I was lucky with the body that I didn’t get hurt and didn’t have any artificial parts, didn’t have any major surgeries, none of that stuff.”

In 1997, Larry Zbyszko emerged as a vocal critic of the rising New World Order (nWo) faction, earning cheers from WCW loyalists. His sharp verbal clashes with nWo co-founder Scott Hall built tension, but the much-anticipated showdown between the two was put on hold. Instead, Zbyszko stepped into the ring against nWo’s figurehead and WCW executive Eric Bischoff at Starrcade 1997, with the fate of Monday Nitro on the line. With Bret Hart officiating to prevent nWo interference, Zbyszko secured a decisive win, ensuring WCW retained control of its flagship program.

Zbyszko would finally settle the score with Scott Hall at Souled Out on January 24th, 1998. At 46 years old, Larry stepped into the ring with the same tenacity that had defined his decades-long career. The bout ended in a disqualification victory for Zbyszko due to outside interference from the unlikeliest of sources, the “American Dream” Dusty Rhodes.

Larry returned to the broadcast booth again, working for WCW until he was released in late 2000, shortly before Vince McMahon purchased the promotion.

TNA/The Indies: Continuing To Wrestle All Over The United States

Larry Zbyszko would continue to work in the professional wrestling business until 2015, staying relevant across generations of fans and talent.

From 2003 to 2006, he enjoyed a substantial run in Total Nonstop Action (TNA) Wrestling, taking on a dual role that highlighted both his in-ring savvy and his ability to contribute to the company’s creative direction.

Initially appearing as a member of the NWA Championship Committee, Zbyszko eventually transitioned into a more prominent on-screen authority figure, often clashing with talent and other executives in classic wrestling fashion.

While his in-ring appearances in TNA were sporadic, they reminded fans of his enduring charisma and in-ring psychology, qualities that had defined his career since the 1970s.

Zbyszko’s final recorded match came on April 25th, 2015, at a Pro Wrestling Syndicate event in Rahway, New Jersey. At 63 years old, he teamed with CPA in a losing effort against Damian Gibbs and Beefcake Charlie. Though the outcome wasn’t in his favor, the match was a fitting tribute to a man who had seen and done it all in the world of professional wrestling.

This match marked the close of a storied career that spanned an incredible 42 years, from headlining Shea Stadium and Madison Square Garden to mentoring the next generation.

Larry Zbyszko’s Life Comes Full Circle

Larry Zbyszko was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame on March 28th, 2015. Adding an emotional layer to the occasion, the man chosen to induct him was none other than his lifelong hero and most legendary rival: Bruno Sammartino.

It was a poetic moment, considering their deeply personal and professionally significant history, one that had once ignited arguably the most memorable heel turn in professional wrestling history. The ceremony wasn’t just a celebration of Larry’s in-ring accomplishments—it was a moment of reflection and heartfelt appreciation. His speech resonated with sincerity, particularly when he addressed Sammartino directly.

With emotion in his voice, Zbyszko said, “Bruno, from the bottom of my heart, thank you, sir. For letting a young boy’s dream come true when you didn’t have to do it.”

It was a powerful acknowledgment of the risk Sammartino took in working such a deeply personal program with a younger wrestler and in a feud that catapulted Zbyszko into pro wrestling immortality.

Boo on Larry? Not after his lengthy and stellar career.

From his early days as a fresh-faced protege of Bruno Sammartino to his infamous heel turn, championship reigns, and transition to respected broadcaster, Larry Zbyszko carved out a unique and impactful legacy in professional wrestling.

He was a master of ring psychology, a heat magnet, and later, a voice of experience behind the mic. Whether fans loved him or loved to hate him, Zbyszko remained a compelling presence for over two decades.

In 2015, his induction into the WWE Hall of Fame cemented his place among the industry’s all-time greats and is proof that, in the end, "The Living Legend" lived up to the name.

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