Rowdy Roddy Piper was the first wrestler to successfully transition from "retiring" from the ring to starring in a number one box-office movie, setting a precedent for others to follow.
Despite his impressive performances in over fifty films and television shows, Roddy Piper faced a challenge in breaking away from the stereotype of being typecast solely as a wrestler within the industry.
During his early years, Roddy Piper frequently worked seven days a week, occasionally participating in as many as three separate shows in a single day.