Pat Roach had no inkling about the unexpected turns his colorful life would take. From facing Andre the Giant to starring in Indiana Jones, he grappled with legends in both the wrestling ring and on the silver screen!
In 1937, Pat Roach entered the world in Birmingham, England. And grow up he did! At six foot five, weighing 275 pounds, Pat capitalized on his size and strength, diving into amateur boxing and martial arts, with his greatest success found in Judo.
Pat Roach made a global impact, performing in various countries such as Germany, Japan, and South Africa. He clinched victories in the British and European championships, and he briefly dipped into the American wrestling scene as well.