Rolland Bastien
Born: 1931-01-27 in Bottineau, North Dakota U.S.
Died: 2012-08-11
Known For: Acting
Biography
Rolland Bastien was an American professional wrestler known for his agility and aerial style, despite being smaller in size for the sport. He was a three-time WWWF United States Tag Team Champion alongside Lou Bastien. Throughout his career, he found success in the U.S. and Japan, and also wrestled under the masked persona "Texas Red." After retiring, he became a trainer and promoter, discovering future stars like Sting and The Ultimate Warrior. He served as president of the Cauliflower Alley Club from 2001 to 2007. He passed away in 2012 at the age of 81 after battling Alzheimer’s disease.
Filmography
2009
- WWE: Allied Powers - The World's Greatest Tag Teams as Red Bastien
1994
- The Life And Times of Paul Boesch as Red Bastien
1993
- WCW Slamboree 1993 as Red Bastien (Appearance)
1986
- Bad Guys as TV Announcer
1984
- Tuesday Night Titans as Red Bastien
1978
- Paradise Alley as Wrestler
1972
- Friday Night in the Coliseum as Red Bastien