Dean Detton

Dean Henry Detton (June 27, 1908 – February 23, 1958) was an American professional wrestler and World Heavyweight Champion who was active in the early portion of the twentieth century. Previously he was a proficient University of Utah football player. Detton was born in Richmond, Utah and raised Mormon. He retired from wrestling in 1951 and then ran a bar, The Turf Club, where he eventually hanged himself to death. For his last 14 years he had lived in Hayward, California.[2][3][4][5][6][7][8]

Dean Detton
Birth nameDean Henry Detton
Born(1908-06-27)27 June 1908
Richmond, Utah
Died23 February 1958(1958-02-23) (aged 49)
Professional wrestling career
Ring name(s)Dean Detton
Retired1951[1]

Championships and accomplishments

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