Gorgeous George
Type: Person
As of November 2026, Gorgeous George has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Dan Carlin (Nov 2022). Cited as a model for fight-promotion theatrics, connecting wrestling-style persona-building to Ali/McGregor-type hype.
George Raymond Wagner, known by his ring name Gorgeous George, was an American professional wrestler. In the United States, during the "First Golden Age" of professional wrestling (1940s–1950s), Gorgeous George was one of the biggest stars of the sport, gaining media attention for his outrageous character, which was described as flamboyant and charismatic. He was a major national celebrity at his peak, and was a pioneer of early entertainment television. He was posthumously inducted into the Pro
| Mentioned in | 1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Nov 2022 on Dan Carlin |
| Role | Professional wrestler |
| Affiliation | Professional wrestling |
Who talks about Gorgeous George on podcasts?
Gorgeous George came up; the most recent mention was Nov 2022 on Dan Carlin.
- EP23 Boxing with Ghosts on Dan Carlin (Nov 2022)