Sylvester Ritter
Wrestler
Best known by his ring name "Junkyard Dog," he was the first black wrestler to become champion of an American wrestling promotion.
He played football at Fayetteville State University, graduating with a degree in political science.
He debuted in the WWF in 1984.
He was born in Wadesboro, North Carolina.
He had a feud with Ric Flair in the WCW.