The Ultimate Anthology of Owen's Greatest Ribs, Pranks, and Stories in Wrestling

Wrestling has always been a sport filled with larger-than-life characters, intense rivalries, and epic matches. However, behind the scenes, there exists a world of camaraderie, wit, and lighthearted mischief. One wrestler who was notorious for his ribbing and practical jokes was Owen Hart.

Owen James Hart, popularly known as "The King of Hearts," was a Canadian professional wrestler who competed for major wrestling promotions like WWF (now WWE) and WCW during the 1990s. While he was undoubtedly skilled inside the ring, Owen was also known for his mischievous antics outside the squared circle. His prankster nature and quick wit made him beloved by fellow wrestlers and fans alike.

In this ultimate anthology, we will delve into some of Owen Hart's greatest ribs, pranks, and stories from his time in the wrestling world.

Owen Hart: King of Pranks: The Ultimate Anthology of Owen's Greatest Ribs, Pranks and Stories (Wrestling Biographies by James Romero)

by James Romero(Kindle Edition)

4.7 out of 5

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The Background of Owen Hart

Owen Hart was born on May 7, 1965, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, into a legendary wrestling family. He was the youngest son of Stu and Helen Hart and part of the renowned Hart wrestling dynasty. With wrestling running in his blood, Owen began his professional career in the 1980s, emulating the footsteps of his brothers Bret and Keith.

Over the years, Owen developed a reputation as an exceptional in-ring performer. His high-flying maneuvers, technical skills, and ability to engage the crowd made him a fan favorite. However, what truly set him apart was his playful and mischievous personality.

The Art of the Rib

A rib, in wrestling lingo, refers to a practical joke or a prank played on fellow wrestlers or backstage personnel. Ribs have been prevalent in the wrestling industry for decades, with Owen Hart being one of the masters of this craft. He had a unique ability to lighten the mood and keep the locker rooms entertained with his antics.

Owen's pranks ranged from harmless jokes to complicated setups, often leaving his colleagues in splits or shaking their heads in disbelief. Some of his ribbing highlights include:

The Blue Blazer's Mysterious Alter Ego

Owen Hart portrayed the character of The Blue Blazer, a masked superhero, during his time in the WWF. However, he would sometimes show up as a different Blue Blazer version, complete with a fake mustache, in an attempt to confuse both fans and fellow wrestlers. This rib became legendary, with the audience eagerly anticipating the alternate Blue Blazer's arrival.

The Artificial Flatulence Machine

While on tour, Owen Hart once pranked legendary wrestler "Stone Cold" Steve Austin by secretly hiding an artificial flatulence machine in his bag. As Steve Austin addressed the audience in the ring, Owen activated the machine, causing Austin to break character and the crowd to erupt in laughter.

Stories from the Road

Owen's ribbing extended beyond the wrestling ring to the road. His mischievous nature often resulted in hilarious and unforgettable stories among the wrestlers. Some of these stories include:

The Hardest Working Man in Show(biz) Restroom Prank

Owen and his tag team partner, The British Bulldog, were notorious for their practical jokes on the road. On one occasion, they decided to play a prank on their fellow wrestler, Triple H. Owen and The British Bulldog, knowing Triple H's meticulous grooming habits, filled his boots with shaving cream. Triple H, unsuspectingly putting on his boots before a match, found himself covered in cream. This led to a backstage laughing frenzy, with Triple H eventually joining in on the joke.

The Intercontinental Championship and the 1-2-3 Kid's Revenge

The 1-2-3 Kid, a wrestler known for his light-heartedness, once decided to turn the tables on Owen. After Owen played several ribs on him, the 1-2-3 Kid plotted his revenge. As the two were scheduled to wrestle for the Intercontinental Championship belt, the 1-2-3 Kid managed to secretly replace the belt with a toy replica. When it was time for the match, Owen's expression turned from confidence to bewilderment, leaving everyone stunned. The 1-2-3 Kid had successfully pulled off an unforgettable rib on a notorious prankster.

Owen's Legacy

Tragically, Owen Hart's career was cut short on May 23, 1999, when he suffered a fatal accident during a stunt at a WWF pay-per-view event. The wrestling world mourned the loss of a talented performer and a beloved prankster. Owen Hart's legacy lives on through the memories of his incredible ribs, pranks, and stories.

Although Owen's pranks earned him a reputation as a joker, he was simultaneously respected for his in-ring abilities and professionalism. His unique combination of humor and skill made him a beloved figure among his peers and fans alike.

While wrestling continues to entertain fans around the world, it is important to remember the lighter side of the sport. Owen Hart's ultimate anthology of ribs, pranks, and stories serves as a testament to the camaraderie and laughter that exists in the wrestling business.

So, the next time you watch a wrestling match or hear a backstage story, remember the mischievous charisma of Owen Hart and his everlasting impact on the world of professional wrestling.

Owen Hart: King of Pranks: The Ultimate Anthology of Owen's Greatest Ribs, Pranks and Stories (Wrestling Biographies by James Romero)

by James Romero(Kindle Edition)

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	13505 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	479 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE

Owen Hart: King of Pranks is the DEFINITIVE collection of Owen Hart’s greatest ribs, pranks and stories with over 150 tales of Owen’s classic japes, as well as a FULL BIOGRAPHY of one of the greatest and most beloved professional wrestlers of any era.

THIS is the ULTIMATE book for any Owen Hart fan, any WWF/WWE fan, any pro wrestling wrestling fan and ESPECIALLY for anyone who loves to hear about pranks, ribs, funny tales and behind-the-scenes stories from the crazy world of professional wrestling! Bret Hart, Triple H, “British Bulldog” Davey Boy Smith, Steve Austin, Jim Ross, Jake “The Snake” Roberts, Bruce Prichard, X-Pac, Jim Cornette, Jeff Jarrett, Mark Henry, Sunny, Bob Holly, Shane Douglas, Edge, Christian, Matt Hardy, Goldust, Mick Foley, Ken Shamrock, Dan “The Beast” Severn, Road Dogg, Billy Gunn, Nattie Neidhart, Jim Neidhart, D’Lo Brown, Kevin Nash, Scott Hall, Harley Race, Paul Bearer, Lex Luger and many more professional wrestling legends and Hart family members discuss their favourite Owen Hart pranks and stories!

Throughout the ENORMOUS 450 page book, over 150 classic Owen Hart ribs are told by those who were lucky (or unlucky) enough to witness them, along with artist’s renditions of Owen’s most legendary stories sprinkled throughout the pages. From friends, family, co-workers from the WWF/WWE and Calgary Stampede Wrestling and even his boss Vince McMahon, nobody was considered off limits for the King of Pranks!

Accompanying the charting of Owen Hart’s pranking career is a biography chronicling Owen’s path from the youngest of 12 children to finding his identity as a reluctant wrestling superstar, as well as details of his personal life away from the ring, including his unconventional relationships with fans, his love of saving money and the incredible lengths Owen would go to spend as much time with his family as he could.

The following is the text from the back of the book - After his passing in May 1999 at the age of 34 the world discovered a couple of things about Owen Hart that hitherto had only been fully appreciated by his friends, family and colleagues: One - Owen was one of the most highly-respected and beloved people in the wrestling industry. Two - Owen was perhaps the greatest prankster in the history of the business. Through exhaustive research, this book chronicles more than 150 pranks, jokes and ribs Owen perpetrated on his co-workers, friends, family and even his boss as told by witnesses, co-conspirators and victims. Also included in this book is a truncated biography of Owen’s life in and out of the ring as well as innumerable fun facts and ridiculous side stories from the wacky world of professional wrestling. All hail The King of Pranks and long live The King!