Lord Alfred Hayes facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Alfred George James HayesOBE |
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| Birth name | Alfred George James Hayes |
| Born | 8 August 1928 London, England, United Kingdom |
| Died | 21 July 2005 (aged 76) Dallas, Texas, United States |
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| Ring name(s) | Al Hayes Lord Alfred Hayes The White Angel |
| Billed height | 1.676 m (5 ft 6 in) – 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) |
| Billed weight | 107.9 kg (238 lb; 16.99 st) |
| Billed from | Windermere, England |
| Trained by | Sir Atholl Oakeley, Bt |
| Debut | 1950s |
| Retired | 1996 |
Alfred George James Hayes (born August 8, 1928 – died July 21, 2005) was an English professional wrestler, manager, and announcer. He was best known for his time in the United States with the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) from 1982 to 1995. During this time, he was famously known as Lord Alfred Hayes. He was loved by fans for his unique voice and polite, old-fashioned way of speaking.
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Who Was Lord Alfred Hayes?
Alfred Hayes was a very important person in the world of professional wrestling. He started his career as a wrestler in the 1950s. Later, he became a manager for other wrestlers. But many people remember him most for his work as a television announcer and interviewer.
His Early Life and Career
Alfred Hayes was born in London, England. He began wrestling in the 1950s. He wrestled in many different countries, including England, Canada, and the United States. He was known for his technical skills in the ring.
Becoming "Lord Alfred Hayes"
When he joined the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) in 1982, he took on the character of "Lord Alfred Hayes." This character was a very proper and polite English gentleman. He often wore a fancy suit and spoke with a very clear, upper-class accent. This persona made him stand out.
His Time in the WWF
Lord Alfred Hayes became a familiar face and voice on WWF television shows. He worked as an announcer, giving play-by-play commentary during matches. He also interviewed wrestlers backstage.
Memorable Moments as an Announcer
Lord Alfred Hayes was known for his calm and sometimes funny reactions to the wild world of wrestling. He would often say things like "Oh, my word!" or "Jolly good!" His polite manner was a funny contrast to the tough wrestlers he talked about. He often worked alongside other famous announcers like Vince McMahon.
His Role as an Interviewer
As an interviewer, Lord Alfred Hayes would talk to wrestlers before and after their matches. He would ask them questions about their strategies or their feelings. Sometimes, wrestlers would get very angry or excited during these interviews, which made for entertaining television.
Later Years and Legacy
Lord Alfred Hayes retired from the WWF in 1995. He had a long and successful career in wrestling. He was honored with the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for his contributions. This is a special award given by the British monarch. He passed away in 2005.
His unique character and voice left a lasting mark on wrestling fans. Many people still remember him fondly today.
Honours
- Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (OBE) – This is a special award given by the King or Queen of England for important achievements.
Images for kids
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Hayes in December 1975
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Hayes in the WWF
