Biography | Although billed from Plymouth, Harris was actually born in Yorkshire, in Hebden Bridge, towards the end of the first world war before moving to the West country.
He began wrestling in 1935, adopting the name Bombardier Harris during the 1940s. He became even more exotic for a time in the early 1950's, using the name Zoag Ffenier. His long career ended in 1963 when a ring accident resulted in a broken neck.
After retiring from active wrestling Jackie Harris became a popular referee, working for promoter Max Crabtree amongst others. |