WWE star James Harris, aka Kamala, dead at 70

Iconic wrestler James Harris, better known as Kamala, has died, World Wrestling Entertainment announced Sunday. He was 70.

WWE is saddened to learn that James Harris, known to WWE fans as Kamala, has passed away at age 70.https://t.co/d0kGY4GcTO

According to the WWE and CNN, Harris, dubbed the « Ugandan Giant, » began performing for the then-World Wrestling Federation in 1984 following stints with Mid-South Wrestling, World Class Championship Wrestling and other circuits. Harris, who stood 6 feet, 7 inches tall and weighed 350 pounds, continued to make appearances with the WWE through 2006, the outlets reported. Two of his most notable opponents were Hulk Hogan and Andre the Giant, according to CNN.

After learning of Harris’ death, several wrestlers, including the Iron Sheik and Mick Foley, paid tribute to him on Twitter. Here’s what they were saying:

GOD BLESS THE KAMALA HE ALWAYS PUT ON A SHOW FOR THE FANS GOOD BIG MAN WHO WORKED THE GIMMICK BETTER THEN MOST IT BREAK MY HEART #ripkamala pic.twitter.com/8hFybhctSq

I have been working on an article about James “Kamala” Harris since I learned of his passing just few hours ago.I hope it’s an article befitting the giant of a man he was – both in and out of the ring. #RIPKamala pic.twitter.com/tIHof47m1N

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