Report: WWE considering Kamala for Hall of Fame induction
One of the most memorable pro wrestling characters of the 1980s is reportedly being considered for this year’s WWE Hall of Fame class.
WrestleVotes reports that Kamala — the late James Harris — is being discussed internally as a potential inductee for the WWE Hall of Fame. WrestleVotes says he is expected to be added to the 2025 class, though that has not been announced by WWE yet.
“According to sources, another name being discussed internally for the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2025 is ‘The Ugandan Giant’ Kamala,” WrestleVotes tweeted. “Kamala, who had a successful career throughout the ‘80s and ‘90s, is expected to join Triple H, Lex Luger, and others in this year’s class.”
Kamala passed away of a heart attack at 70 years old in 2020 after complications from diabetes and COVID-19. His battle with diabetes caused him to lose both legs toward the end of his life.
Before adopting the Kamala gimmick in 1982, he wrestled under the name “Sugar Bear” Harris. Kamala went on to become a star in Memphis, Mid South, World Class Championship Wrestling, and the WWF. Some of his most notable opponents included Hulk Hogan, Andre the Giant, and Jerry Lawler.
The 2025 WWE Hall of Fame ceremony is being held at the BleauLive Theater at the Fontainebleau hotel in Las Vegas on Friday, April 18. Paul “Triple H” Levesque, Michelle McCool, and Lex Luger have been officially confirmed for the class, with The Natural Disasters (Earthquake & Typhoon) also set to be added.
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