Jaianto Baba nickname(s):
Giant Baba
Jaianto Baba date of birth:
January 23, 1938
How old was Jaianto Baba when died?
61
Where was Jaianto Baba born?
Sanjo, Niigata, Japan
When did Jaianto Baba die?
January 31, 1999
Where did Jaianto Baba die?
Japan
Why did Jaianto Baba die?
Cancer
How tall is Jaianto Baba?
6' 8" (203 cm)
How much does Jaianto Baba weigh?
298 lbs (135.2 kg)
Jaianto Baba body shape:
Large
What color are Jaianto Baba's eyes?
Black
What color is Jaianto Baba's hair?
Salt and Pepper
What is Jaianto Baba's ethnicity?
Asian
What is Jaianto Baba nationality?
Japanese
What is Jaianto Baba's occupation?
Wrestler
Short Biography
Shohei Baba (馬場 正平, Baba Shōhei, January 23, 1938 – January 31, 1999) was a Japanese professional wrestler and co-founder of All Japan Pro Wrestling (AJPW), best known by his ring name Giant Baba. Along with Antonio Inoki, he became one of the most famous Japanese wrestlers of his era, with a popularity in Japan comparable to Hulk Hogan's in the United States. He was a three times NWA World Heavyweight Champion.