Former WWE Star General Adnan, Known for His Pro-Iraqi Character, Passes Away at 84
Professional wrestling has lost another legend as former WWE star General Adnan, also known as Billy White Wolf, has died at the age of 84. The sad news was announced by his former stablemate and WWE Hall of Famer Sgt. Slaughter on Twitter.
Born Adnan bin Abdul Kareem Ahmed Alkaissy El Farthie, General Adnan found fame in the wrestling world as a formidable character. In 1976, he achieved success by winning the WWE Tag Team titles with Chief Jay Strongbow. His talent and unique persona also led him to compete in other wrestling promotions like the American Wrestling Association (AWA) and New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW).
In 1990, General Adnan made a highly-anticipated return to the WWE, where he aligned himself with Sgt. Slaughter as a controversial pro-Iraqi character, bearing the same name. Together with Colonel Mustafa, the duo formed a powerful tag team. However, in a memorable match at SummerSlam 1991, General Adnan and his partners suffered defeat at the hands of Hulk Hogan and The Ultimate Warrior.
General Adnan’s impact extended beyond the wrestling ring. He was honored by being included as a playable character in the popular WWE 2K15 and WWE 2K16 video games, showcasing his enduring popularity and contribution to the industry.
The passing of General Adnan comes just months after his former partner, Colonel Mustafa, also known as The Iron Sheik, passed away at the age of 81. The wrestling community mourns their loss and pays tribute to their legacy in the sport.
The WWE has not yet released an official statement regarding General Adnan’s demise, and details about the cause of death remain undisclosed. Fans around the world join together in remembering the life and accomplishments of this iconic wrestling figure.
With General Adnan’s passing, the wrestling world loses a true legend. His charismatic presence, memorable character, and remarkable in-ring performances will continue to be celebrated and cherished by fans worldwide.
