Mr. Irresistible: The Sweet Daddy Siki Story

Описание: In this video, we'll look explore the incredible life and career of pro wrestler Sweet Daddy Siki. Sweet Daddy Siki covered all the bases. Wrestler, check. Trailblazer, check. Musician and disc jockey, check. Lady Clairol model, wait what? In a profession where many a wrestler is billed as “one of a kind,” Sweet Daddy really was, living by his own rules at a time when being different could cost you your livelihood and even your life.

00:00 Introduction to Mr. Irresistible: The Sweet Daddy Siki Story
01:25 Fighting to Break into Wrestling
03:18 Next Level Heat
06:52 Success in New York
08:14 “Mr. Irresistible”
09:53 A Man of Many Talents

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Photo Credits

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