Jim Duggan

Known as: Jim Duggan, "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan, King Duggan
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WWE Hall of Fame: IndividualProfessional Wrestling Hall of Fame (PWHF): Modern Era

On this page you find the full wrestling profile of Jim Duggan, with his Career History, real name, age, height and weight, the Promotions he worked for, all the Face/Heel turns, the Championship Titles he won, his Finishers, Theme Songs, Tag Teams and Stables, his appearance changes through the years, and more.

James Edward Duggan Jr. was born in Glens Falls, New York on January 14, 1954, and he is currently 72 years old.

He is currently an Ambassador, working for World Wrestling Entertainment.

Jim Duggan has won a total of 2 championships in major promotions during his career. He is also a 1-time Royal Rumble winner.

Jim Duggan was inducted in the WWE Hall of Fame in 2011 as an individual and in the Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame (PWHF) in 2018 as part of the Modern Era wing.

Jim Duggan Profile Index

Profile Info

  • Real NameJames Edward Duggan Jr.
  • GenderMale
  • Born January 14, 1954 (age 72)
  • NationalityNationality: United StatesUnited States
  • Birth PlaceGlens Falls, New York
  • Billed From
    • Glens Falls, New York
  • Height 6 ft 3 in (191 cm)
  • Weight
    • 270 lbs (122 kg)
  • NicknamesHacksaw

Career History

  • Ring Names & Gimmicks

    • Jim Duggan (June 28, 2023 - Present)
    • "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan (September 30, 1989 - May 12, 2019)
    • King Duggan (May 13, 1989 - September 29, 1989)
    • "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan (January 29, 1982 - May 12, 1989)
    • Jim Duggan (April 2, 1979 - January 28, 1982)

  • Roles

    • Ambassador (June 28, 2023 - Present)
    • Wrestler (April 2, 1979 - May 12, 2019)

  • Promotions History

    Promotionfromto
    PromotionWorld Wrestling EntertainmentWWEJune 28, 2023Present
    PromotionIndependent CircuitINDYMay 27, 2000May 12, 2019
    PromotionWorld Wrestling EntertainmentWWEJanuary 29, 2012July 13, 2012
    PromotionWorld Wrestling EntertainmentWWEBrand Raw August 3, 2005August 10, 2009
    PromotionNWA: Total Nonstop ActionNWA TNAMarch 12, 2003October 29, 2003
    PromotionWorld Championship WrestlingWCWAugust 6, 1994January 14, 2001
    PromotionCatch Wrestling AssociationCWA AUSTRIAJuly 9, 1994July 9, 1994
    PromotionWorld Wrestling FederationWWFFebruary 14, 1987August 22, 1993
    PromotionSuper World of SportsSWSJune 16, 1992June 19, 1992
    PromotionSuper World of SportsSWSMarch 30, 1991March 30, 1991
    PromotionMid-South WrestlingMSWApril 27, 1982January 23, 1987
    PromotionNew Japan Pro WrestlingNJPWBrand Heavyweight January 3, 1986September 25, 1986
    PromotionNational Wrestling AllianceNWAApril 2, 1979April 19, 1986
    PromotionGulf Athletic ClubGACJanuary 29, 1982March 14, 1986
    PromotionNWA Heart of America Sports AttractionsCSW, St. Louis Wrestling ClubSLWCMarch 30, 1984June 1, 1984
    PromotionChampionship Wrestling from FloridaCWFFebruary 1, 1984March 21, 1984
    PromotionSouthwest Championship WrestlingSWCWJanuary 29, 1982October 22, 1982
    PromotionNew Japan Pro WrestlingNJPWBrand Heavyweight August 28, 1981September 23, 1981
    PromotionNWA Georgia Championship WrestlingNWA GCWFebruary 7, 1981December 8, 1981
    PromotionWorld Wrestling FederationWWFOctober 19, 1979February 21, 1981

  • Finishers

    • Patriot Lariat - Three Point Stance Clothesline (February 14, 1987 - May 12, 2019)
    • Old Glory - Running Jumping Knee Drop (August 6, 1994 - January 14, 2001)

  • Theme Songs

    • Theme Song"Two By Four" by Jim Johnston - Single (August 3, 2005 - May 12, 2019)
    • Theme Song"The Washington Post" by John Philip Sousa - Single (August 6, 1994 - January 14, 2001)
    • Theme Song"Two By Four" by Jim Johnston - Single (February 14, 1987 - August 16, 1993)

  • Images History

    Jun 2023
    Jun 2023
    Aug 2005
    Aug 2005
    Jan 2001
    Jan 2001
    Sep 2000
    Sep 2000
    Apr 2000
    Apr 2000
    Sep 1999
    Sep 1999
    Aug 1994
    Aug 1994
    Feb 1993
    Feb 1993
    Aug 1992
    Aug 1992
    Mar 1991
    Mar 1991
    Apr 1990
    Apr 1990
    Sep 1989
    Sep 1989
    May 1989
    May 1989
    Jan 1988
    Jan 1988
    Mar 1987
    Mar 1987
    May 1983
    May 1983
    Jan 1982
    Jan 1982
    Apr 1979
    Apr 1979

  • Face / Heel Turns

    AlignmentDetailsfromto
    FaceKicked out of Team Canada after costing them multiple victoriesDecember 17, 2000May 12, 2019
    HeelJoined Team Canada by assisting Lance Storm against Hugh G. RectionSeptember 17, 2000December 16, 2000
    FaceAround the time Duggan left the Rat Pack and Skandor AkbarMay 1, 1983September 16, 2000
    HeelApril 2, 1979April 30, 1983

  • Card Positions

    StatusDetailsfromto
    WWE Low CardJanuary 29, 2012July 3, 2012
    RAW InactiveCameos/Indie datesOctober 20, 2008August 10, 2009
    RAW Low CardNovember 27, 2006October 19, 2008
    RAW Mid CardJuly 3, 2006November 25, 2006
    RAW Low CardAugust 3, 2005July 2, 2006
    TNA Mid CardOctober 29, 2003October 29, 2003
    TNA InactiveVarious indie showsMarch 20, 2003October 28, 2003
    TNA Mid CardMarch 12, 2003March 19, 2003
    WCW Low CardApril 5, 1999January 14, 2001
    WCW InjuredKidney cancer diagnosisAugust 23, 1998April 4, 1999
    WCW Low CardNovember 22, 1997August 22, 1998
    WCW InactiveHiatusJuly 14, 1997November 21, 1997
    WCW Mid CardAugust 6, 1994July 13, 1997
    WWE Mid CardApril 10, 1993August 22, 1993
    WWE InjuredCrushed by Banzai DropsFebruary 7, 1993April 9, 1993
    WWE Mid CardJanuary 4, 1993February 6, 1993
    WWE Low CardAugust 22, 1992January 3, 1993
    WWE Mid CardMarch 16, 1991August 21, 1992
    WWE Upper CardNovember 24, 1990March 15, 1991
    WWE Mid CardAugust 28, 1987November 23, 1990
    WWE InactiveDUI arrest with Iron SheikMay 31, 1987August 27, 1987
    WWE Mid CardMarch 7, 1987May 30, 1987
    WWE InactiveHouse showsFebruary 14, 1987March 6, 1987
    NJPW Mid CardSeptember 8, 1986September 25, 1986
    NJPW InactiveMid-South TerritoryJanuary 23, 1986September 7, 1986
    NJPW Upper CardJanuary 3, 1986January 22, 1986
    NJPW Mid CardAugust 28, 1981September 23, 1981
    WWE Low CardOctober 31, 1980February 21, 1981
    WWE InactiveJune 1, 1980October 30, 1980
    WWE Low CardOctober 19, 1979May 31, 1980

Titles & Accomplishments

  • Career Awards

  • World Wrestling Entertainment

    World Championship Wrestling

  • International Wrestling Association of Japan

    • 1 IWA World Heavyweight Championship

    International Wrestling Cartel

    • 1 IWC Tag Team Championship - with Scottie Gash

    Mid-South Wrestling Association / Universal Wrestling Federation

    • 1 Mid-South Louisiana Heavyweight Championship
    • 1 Mid-South North American Heavyweight Championship
    • 2 Mid-South/UWF World Tag Team Championship (1 with Magnum T.A., 1 with Terry Taylor)

    Pro Wrestling Alabama

    • 1 PWA Southern Tag Team Championship (with Nigel Sherrod)

    Pro Wrestling Mid-Sout

    • 1 Legends and Lions Tag Team Championship (with Greg Anthony[)

    Texas All-Star Wrestling

    • 1 TASW Championship

  • Other Accomplishments

    • George Tragos/Lou Thesz Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame's Frank Gotch Award Winner (2011)
    • Imperial Wrestling Revolution Danny Hodge Trophy Winner (2016)
    • WWF Slammy Award Winner - Greatest Hit (1987)
    • WWF Slammy Award Winner - Best Vocal Performance (1987)
    • WON Most Improved (1982)
    • WON Feud of the Year (1985 - vs. Ted DiBiase)

Teams & Relations

Game Appearances (11)

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Ultra Pro Wrestling
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Universe
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Champions
Hacksaw Jim Duggan
SuperCard
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LOWM
Hacksaw Jim Duggan
Showdown Legends Of Wrestling
Hacksaw Jim Duggan
Legends Of Wrestling 2
Jim Duggan
Royal Rumble 1993
Jim Duggan
WrestleMania Challenge
Hacksaw Jim Duggan
Superstars
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MicroLeague Wrestling

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