In 1963, he broke the 100-yard dash record with a time of 9.1. The Dallas Cowboys Are Officially on Pace To Have the Worst Defense in NFL History. Although Cowboy Bob's show hasbeen off the air for 27 years, he is stillaffectionately remembered by babyboomers and Gen Xers, who grew up at a time when there were few options on television. Glaze died Sept. 15. Study suggests major retailers offer bogus deals, Why home fires burn significantly faster now, How to find complaints against Indiana doctors, Indiana government provides malpractice insurance, Zionsville man, BBB have warnings about puppy scams, CBS4 investigation ends wait time outside office, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. From 1962 to 1964, Hayes was the AAU 100-yard champion, and in 1964 he was an NCAA champion in the 200-meter dash. In 2001 a psychiatrist named Dr. Donald Hinton wrote a book as told to him (he claims) by Elvis Presley, himself.According to the book, Elvis has been using the name, Jesse (the name of Presley's stillborn twin) since his supposed death in 1977.. Dr. Hinton further asserted that he serves as Elvis' personal physician and that he . She took part in a Falls Count Anywhere 2-on-1 Handicap Match against. Brother of. Cable television gave children more viewing options. Musician and wrestled in the Pacific Northwest. He knew how to use his speed to his advantage on the football field as defenders had difficulties keeping up with him and making a tackle. He also adored the fans who kept the Cowboy Bob character alive and in demand, she said. Birth Name: Addison Byron Owen Randall (aka Allen Byron and Addison Randall) Actor and singing cowboy in 1930-40s westerns, often billed as Addison Randall, as in Where the West Begins. assistant director Jerry Ballew . During the ceremony, Hayes former Cowboys teammate, Roger Staubach, and Hayes son, Bob Hayes Jr., were present to unveil the bust of the Hall of Fame player. If viewers could not get on the shows set, they had another option just as good. Brother of. Wrestled in a tag team match with Jeff Justice and Officer McKenny to defeat, Wrestled in a tag team match with Shawn Blanchard and Lou Martin to defeat Bobby O, Kris Kash, Shane Starr and Justin Sane for. Orton would be. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. After a college career at Texas Christian University (TCU), he played for the Dallas Cowboys of the National Football League (NFL) from 1961 to 1974. Cowboy Bob Ellis: "There's a lot that didn't want to work with him. With the recent passing of the legendary wrestler, manager, and broadcaster, Bobby Heenan, we decided to research some of the oldest wrestlers still alive. The last surviving wrestler from the "Pioneer Era" (1900s1940s) was American wrestler Angelo Savoldi (born April 21, 1914, died September 13, 2013, aged 99years, 145days). 2. Bob Steele Birthday and Date of Death. "He did not spit out words that were not meaningful. December 23, 2018 Junesboy, Lexington-70's Cowboy Bob Ellis, . It is said that Gustav Fritensk wrestled until the age of 72. Former British Middleweight Champion and British Welterweight Champion. sex or gender. Wrestled his last match at a show in Guadalajara, Mexico teaming with his grandson, Arturo Gaona and Bucanero I defeating Babe Sharon, Comando I and Luis Chavir. From Martinique wrestled for Pacific Northwest and Stampede Wrestling. This page was last edited on 20 February 2023, at 04:23. Cowboy Bob Ellis Match Results (1960-69) brodiescomics. Bob Glaze, a Central Indiana television icon and animal lover better known as "Cowboy Bob," died Friday in Indianapolis. Glaze, who had a history of heart problems, became ill after Labor . He dominated at the wide receiver position, and there was a reason why they called him 'Bullet.'. The former undisputed World Heavyweight Champion last wrestled. Language Label Description Also known as; English: Cowboy Bob Ellis. Biography Guidelines The Anderson/Flair Feud Puts Gene Anderson in the Poster: Flair vs. Anderson at Cincinnati Gardens. t.co/O5GfUklP1O", "Cowboy" Bob Ellis profile, from LegacyOfWrestling.com, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=List_of_oldest_surviving_professional_wrestlers&oldid=1140457677. Mexican actor, wrestling announcer and baseball broadcaster. We've seen it happen with every generation of wrestlers. Mr. Magnum T.A. Ronald C. Modra/ Sports Imagery/Hulton Archive/Getty Images. Hayes was a once in a lifetime talent, and he left his legacy in the NFL. He is the son of Bob Sr. and Rita Orton, the brother of Barry O, and the father of WWE wrestler Randy Orton. Began his career in the 1940s. The announcer forcefully stated We dont want any trouble here; this is from the crippled children to Cowboy Bob. Hawk yells I have birthdays tooand those stinking kids never did anything for me! Armstrong's last match was for Continental Championship Wrestling in Dothan, Alabama, where he defeated The Assassin. Also later on in his career he wrestled as Enforcer Luciano in NWA Hollywood. Bob Moline (Born 1938) is active/lives in Texas, Oklahoma. Cowboy Bob Ellis had become increasingly involved in horse racing, although that career was ended following some illegal activity. Former NWA World Tag Team Champion. She was inducted in November2015. The studio audience was still voicing their displeasure of Rips appearance at such a touching moment. This specialized approach to well-being helps lessen patients' suffering during a serious illness, includes more than hospice care. Referee, and British Wrestlers Reunion President until BWR ended in January 2022 after 30 years. Our editors are trained to Ironically, the man who had always played the straight-laced cowboy in a white hat came up on the wrong side of the law. Is Bob Ellis still alive? Wrestled in a tag team match with Jeff Justice and Officer McKenny to defeat, Wrestled in a tag team match with Shawn Blanchard and Lou Martin to defeat Bobby O, Kris Kash, Shane Starr and Justin Sane for. Date of Death: December 21, 1988. He never got over being Cowboy Bob, and he and I got along just dandy," recalled Hodge. American professional wrestler. "I just want people to know he truly cared," Gail said. Wrestled for Pacific Northwest, WCCW and NWA Georgia. As of 2017, there are 42 living veterans from the "Golden Age of Wrestling" (1950s1970s) over 75 years old. It was the era of Gunsmoke and Bonanza, the era of the Rawhide Kid and John Wayne, the era of Merle Haggard and Spaghetti Westerns and it was into this era that a man named Cowboy Bob Ellis arose on the pro-wrestling scene. "Anyone that sent in a picture would be put on a large board and we would pan the board to show their pictures or drawings.". Still wrestles in independent shows as of December 2022. Hayes spent 10 seasons playing for the Cowboys and spent his final season with the San Francisco 49ers. Through his skillful brushwork, and Hayes was selected to the Pro Bowl his first three years in the league. Bob Moline (Born 1938) is active/lives in Texas, Oklahoma. Oldest living female wrestler. We do not exercise control over third party websites. Cowboy Bob EllisRobert Ellis1929315[2] - 1932[1] Birthplace: Tom Green County, Texas, USA Gender: male Height: 6' 2" (188 cm) Weight: 246 lbs (112 kg) Career Data Alter egos: Bob Ellis a.k.a. Cause of death: liver cancer. His bursting speed transferred over the NFL. RetroIndy: Frances Farmer made Indy her home, Whatever happened to: Old Indiana Fun Park, Janie reminisces on career and 'Cowboy Bob' Glaze. and the Myth of Starrcade '86, Mid-Atlantic Wrestling in Niagara Falls, ONT (1980). Large 8x10" format. He wrestled for Pacific Northwest, Stampede, NWA, and WWWF. ", The name must have clicked. Wrestled his last match on his 80th birthday against Bobo Brazil Jr. at a CCW card in Marion, Ohio. Copyright 2023 Endgame360 Inc. All Rights Reserved. First African-American promoter & manager working under Vincent J. McMahon. Enter Bob Glaze. Then Hodgemoved to Milwaukee for a job on "Romper Room," then moved back to Indianapolis in 1963 to host a show on WTTV that would forever link her to many happy childhood memories. Hayes won two gold medals in the 100 meters and the 4X100 meter relay. The title of the oldest verified wrestler of all time belongs to Polish -born American wrestler Abe Coleman (1905-2007), who lived 101 years, 189 days. He briefly wrestled in the WWWf where he faced off against Killer Kowalski. Also was a bodybuilder, swimmer, and actor. Wrestled for WWF from 1999 to 2000, 2004 and 2010. One of the first to don the "Cowboy" monikers, Bob Ellis was actually a legitimate cowboy. Hajji Baba d Abe Lightfoot. While Glaze had a commanding presence on TV andon stage, Gail said they enjoyed mostly quiet time together caring for their animals. [1] He was a student at the University of Sydney at the same time as other notable Australians including Clive James, Germaine Greer, Les Murray, John Bell, Ken Horler, Robert Hughes and Mungo McCallum. 0 references. If you do not know a great deal about the Lashley started his career in 2005, but after taking a 10-year . But the oldest in the wrestling industry was promoter Harry Elliott (1904-2006) who lived 101 years, 314 days. What NOT to send: Wrestled for WWF from 1999 to 2000, 2004 and 2010. She was royalty to Indianapolis children. Prior to Super Bowl LIV in 2020, the NFL honored the 100 greatest players in NFL history due to the 100-year anniversary of the league. The couple married in May 1976. While staying with his uncle, he. The film, directed by James Bridges, followed a young Texan (Travolta) who leaves home and his mama (Betty Murphy) and moves to Houston to work at an oil refinery. The full name of this man is Robert Lewis Lilly. artist, but have noteworthy information to share, we would welcome you to send edit. Hayes was one of the fastest athletes in all of college. Well be back following the station break! In our activity index, you will find all the Cowboy Bob Ellis matches currently in our database. In the pictures, it was speculated that the man was indeed Presley, who were being guarded by security guards around him. Hard to believe, but he truly was.". Oldest in the wrestling industry ever verified. Frost. Last wrestled for ABC Wrestling in Beziers, France, losing to Matthew Ford. 26 July 1939 in Olney, Texas), football player acknowledged by many as the greatest defensive tackle in National Football League (NFL) history, and the first member of the Dallas Cowboys to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.Lilly's father, John Earnest Lilly (known as Buster), was badly injured in a motorcycle accident as a teenager but was a huge . Glaze filled the void, in part, by making personal appearances. Wrestled in the WWWF from 1964 to 1969. He continued to dominate throughout his career with the Cowboys, and he was a part of the Super Bowl-winning team during the 1971 season. One of the most beautiful and athletic women wrestlers during the '50s and '60s she and Penny Banner were women's world tag-team champions with looks and talent to spare. source Cauliflower Alley Club, Spanish announcer in boxing and wrestling in Los Angeles. 9. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Hal Fryer, aka Harlow Hickenlooper a Saturday morning comedy-program fixture for viewers of WFBM, now WRTV-6,from 1960-72and a host ofthe PBS show "Barney"for WFYI-20 from 1990-95 nominated Hodge to the Indiana Broadcast Pioneers Hall of Fame. Well known in Los Angeles, Texas and WWWF from 1972 to 1974. Ever since the King of Rock 'n' Roll died on August 16, 1977, aged 42 after a heart attack. There are many strong biographies that you may refer to on our website, such as Wrestled in her last match in a tag team match with Stormy Apple as they lost to Josie Navarro and Margaret Garcia at Ladies International Wrestling Association in Las Vegas, Nevada. He died at St. Joseph's Hospital in Burbank, California, following a long illness. Also available in Hardcover. Hayes played for the Cowboys from 1965 to 1974. All the Anderson history in one timeline! Also has trained many wrestlers like. "Popeye and Janie," which began in 1963, was revamped into a variety show called "Janie." If you do not know a great deal about the artist, The things he was doing in college were simply amazing. This man here, he's an animal. Raised in Texas. Wrestled in Studio Wrestling out of Pittsburgh in the 1950s and 1960s. Raised in Texas. Wrestled last match as a replecement for Nick Strong, teaming with, Last wrestled on November 14, 2021, for an event in Guadalajara, Mexico where he defeated. Family members say he had been struggling with a heart condition. He was from Oklahoma, but he wasn't a cowboy. Oldest person to wrestle ever at 87 years old. human. information has been provided by Jane Doe, the niece of the artist." Ellis was quickly catapulted into main events and was a frequent challenger to NWA World Champion Buddy Rogers. a dealer or museum not currently registered, please Originally written and published on the old Mid-Atlantic Gateway in March 2004, The Domed Globe: The NWA Championship from 1973-1986, In Memory of James Allen Crockett, Jr. (1944-2021), Roanoke Wrestling Graphic (Studio Wrestling). "Bob and I started singing back before he started his show in 1966. Armstrong's last match was for Continental Championship Wrestling in Dothan, Alabama, where he defeated The Assassin. He was born in Maplewood, Missouri, on November 29, 1927. The current oldest living in the wrestling industry is Bill Mercer from the United States. Rip Hawk's horrific actions completely overshadow the main event. You know, I wanted to be, if possible, a surrogate brother, father to the kids out there and that was my motivation, said Bobin an interview with CBS4 earlier this year. Known as Sammy Berg. Call IndyStar photo coordinator Dawn Mitchell at (317) 444-6497. It was on one such trip to Nigeria in 1982 that Ellis decided to call it quits. The Funk-DiBiase match was stopped by Kirby Suggs of the Texas . He also was inducted into the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Hall of Fame and the Black College Football Hall of Fame. The spectacular studded sheath was custom made by "Cowboy" Bob Giles of Whitefish, Mont. male. "When you get past 70, it gets tougher," Macy said. With his horse, Windjammer, and his dog, Tumbleweed, I remember that opening song each day at noon. Hayes played for the Cowboys from 1965 to 1974. Please note: Artists not classified as American in our database may have limited biographical data compared to the extensive information about American artists. Bob's sister-in-law Linda confirms to. Read all about Cowboy Bob Ellis with TV Guide's exclusive biography including their list of awards, celeb facts and more at TV Guide. If you have any questions Here I was a music major and violinist in college.". of light, color, and scene. By Phil McCausland. Do the cheap shots pay off? It is said that Gustav Fritensk wrestled until the age of 72. I'm afraid when he had a fight, anything went.". Mexican wrestler who teamed with the Great Goliath. delete any hype or advertising verbiage such as most famous, The recent sighting to have been caught was on his 82nd birthday, where pictures of a mysterious overweight man with white beard emerged on a Facebook page called "Elvis Presley Is Alive". Doe's paintings are sure to be sought by List of oldest surviving professional wrestlers, Oldest wrestlers to ever perform 70 and over, Last edited on 20 February 2023, at 04:23, British Empire/Commonwealth Heavyweight Championship, List of premature professional wrestling deaths, "Seattle promoter Harry Elliott dead at 101", "Gary Will: Deceased Pro Wrestlers A Tribute to Mat Stars of the Past", "Betty Wagner, first wife of WWE Hall of Famer Gorgeous George, dead at 98", "Deepest condolences to @nicklaroberts and family on the passing of her mom Lorraine Johnson at age 90. Additionally, the most recent matches of Cowboy Bob Ellis are listed below. Ellis, 71, likely assumed the approaching boat carried fishermen wanting to visit. Robert Keith "Bob" Orton, Jr. (born November 10, 1950) is an American professional wrestler, better known by his ring name, "Cowboy" Bob Orton. Ellis was mainly a brawling type of face with a popular finisher, the bulldog headlock, who would sell strongly, bleed heavily and work gimmick matches whether they were Texas Death matches or involved spurs, saddles and things related to his cowboy persona. His brilliant canvases are full of feeling, where He worked like an animal in the ring, like a brawl. He even beat Goldberg at SummerSlam. Born. I always enjoyed working with him.". Wrestled his last match for Bay Wrestling Federation in Alameda, California, teaming with his son Shane Kody and his grandson Riot defeating Boom Boom Comini, Johnny Starr and Mr. Five time NWA Polynesian Pacific Heavyweight Champion. I/we have numerous spectacular works by Doe My aunt came into the room wanting to know what was going on. No, he died on 04/03/2016, He was 74 years old when he died. Last wrestled in an 11-person Royal Rumble style match, where he entered last and won, last eliminating Erik Lockhart, for Rock n Roll Wrestling in Wahpeton, North Dakota. Robert 'Buzz' Henry . French-Canadian wrestler. (WTHR) - Central Indiana is mourning the loss of a children's television icon. Nov. 9, 2019, 11:37 AM PST. Last wrestled in an 11-person Royal Rumble style match, where he entered last and won, last eliminating Erik Lockhart, for Rock n Roll Wrestling in Wahpeton, North Dakota. There wasn't a Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts or Campfire Girls troop in Indianapolis that wasn't on the long waiting list to appear on her show in fact, there was a two-year waiting period. Another tag team match led to lethality when Alberto Torres (a member of the beloved Torres Brothers team) allied with Cowboy Bob Ellis to take on heels Ox Baker and the Claw. "The artist John Doe is the quintessential master There was a car that had a sign that read 'Janie and Cowboy Bob,she laughed. Cowboy Bob is very well known for his Authentic Leather and Outstanding "old time" Handmade Knives. Wrestled his last match at a show that was independently produced by. Wrestled as The Minnesota Farm Boy from 1957 to 1966. We just kind of hit it off.". "He hooked the leash on a buttonhole of mine and said, 'Want to go for a walk?' Joe wrestled his last match at the Gypsy Joe retirement show held in Tullahoma, Tennessee by the Southern Wrestling Federation. He was the total package for a babyface - tall and handsome, well-built and able to work with any heel. Wrestled in the WWWF from 1964 to 1969. date of birth. Get the occasional email with the latest wrestling tributes and memorials, Search by ring name, real name, cause of death, organization, time period (2000s, etc) or specific year, WWE Hall of Famer Ravishing Rick Rude was an amazing individual in and out of the ring. He truly was a good person and grateful that people looked up to him and grateful people respected him because he really was, inside, kind of a shy guy. . The June 1971 bout took place in Omaha, Nebraska and saw Torres take a heart punch from Ox Baker. Born in Iraq, wrestled in AWA and WWF as General Adnan. Wrestled his last match for FMLL teaming with. Radio's Bob Kevoian signs off; plans to be well-traveled retiree. President of the WWF from 1978 to 1984. The show later was retitled "Cowboy Bob's Corral.". Philanthropist and rancher Bob Norris, best known as the original "Marlboro Man," died earlier this week. If he was still alive, I'm positive that my Grandfather would have absolutely loved this, since the heyday of most of the people discussed like Dick the Bruiser, Da Crusher, Billy Red Cloud . Hodge also teaches and plays contract bridge competitively at the Indianapolis Bridge Center. From Martinique wrestled for Pacific Northwest and Stampede Wrestling. 1 April 1921. Jump to navigation Jump to search. Referee, and British Wrestlers Reunion President until BWR ended in January 2022 after 30 years. is rewarding for all of us to see artists' files grow, and others may be eager The Jacksonville, Florida, native attended Florida A&M University. "Cowboy" Bob Orton Jr. Bob wasn't just a second-generation wrestler, he was also a second-generation cowboy, as his father worked in the WWWF as "Cowboy" Rocky Fitzpatrick. Former WWWF World Tag Team Champion. Wrestled for NWA Vancouver and AWA from 1960 to 1972, Japanese female wrestler. "We came home (recently) and he had all his notes," Landrum said. So in this article, we will discuss Bob Lilly's career earnings and his full biography. First African-American promoter & manager working under Vincent J. McMahon. Profile Explanation [Late Legend - Technical]. INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. John Michael Vincent, the host of "The Ride with JMV" onWFNI-AM (1070), said he was devoted to watching Cowboy Bob, who stood out in a packedlineup on WTTV-4. Last wrestled for Lucha Libre Acapulco in, Most recently wrestled on August 6, 2022, for. When submitting biographical information, we appreciate your consideration of The times that he was posting in college were remarkable. Most recently wrestled on October 22, 2022, at Niigata Pro Wrestling event in Niigata, Japan, where he teamed with, Last wrestled at the 2022 C-K Autumnfest in Kenova, West Virginia, where he teamed with, DeNucci wrestled his last match at a PWS card in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, teaming up with, Last wrestled at the 2019 Expo Lucha convention in San Diego, California, teaming up with. Wrestled his last match for NWA Wrestle Birmingham, in Birmingham, Alabama. Dallas had high hopes of putting Hayes at the wide receiver position and let his speed do all the work. trainee assistant director (uncredited) Wrestled in Studio Wrestling out of Pittsburgh in the 1950s and 1960s. During his time running track at Florida A&M, he never lost a race in the 100 yards or 100-meter competitions. Musician and wrestled in the Pacific Northwest. Was the promoter of Seattle wrestling, from 1958 to 1969 he was the sole promoter in Washington, Idaho, and Northeast Oregon. This page was last edited on 20 February 2023, at 04:23. From 1969 to 1989, he hosted the lunchtime "Chuckwagon Theater," playing guitar and introducingcartoons on an outdoor Western scene complete with covered wagon. Sources say that Gama remained active as a wrestler until 1952. Cowboy: Bob Lilly Stands Alone as The Greatest No.74 in Dallas Cowboys History Rocky Garza Jr June 29, 2022 5 We're officially 74 days away until Week 1 of the 2022 NFL Regular season, and. 1. Cowboy Bob Ellis Match Results (1950-59) answer as many of the following questions as you can. Social media mourns death of children's TV icon 'Cowboy Bob'. Today she volunteers with IndyReads, the adult literacy organization, and the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. After the first year of Janie's show, children were brought on the show to tell jokes and sit with her. 2023 www.indystar.com. Wrestled his last match defeating Rat Ferraro at a wrestling event in Montreal, Canada. "Cowboy" Bob Ellis is otherwise known as the inventor of the bulldog headlock and the first man to reverse the figure-four leglock. 'Cowboy' Bob Ellis was a pro wrestler who competed in various territories around the world from the late 1950's to the early 1980's. Ellis feuded with the likes of Dick the Bruiser, Fritz Von Erich and Buddy Rogers. Voice of World Class Championship Wrestling. The Cowboys selected him in the seventh round of the 1964 NFL draft. Inducted into the. One night, he purchased a little handheld buzzer that vibrates wildly when you shake hands with somebody. ELVIS is alive and well and working as a singing pastor in Arkansas, according to conspiracy theorists. He finished his career with 371 receptions for 7,414 yards and 71 touchdowns. All about the 1959 NWA belt and the history of the NWA title during that era. Now Available in Hardcover! Wrestled for NWA Vancouver and AWA from 1960 to 1972, Japanese female wrestler. Orton, Sr. was the father of WWE Hall of Famer Cowboy Bob Orton and former WWE star Barry "O" Orton, as well as the [] Follow her on Twitter: @dawn_mitchell61 . - IMDb Mini Biography By: frankfob2@yahoo.com Family (2) Trivia (7) Educated at Glendale High School, Glendale, CA. The fact that we link to a website is not an endorsement, authorization or representation of our affiliation with that third party. The Day the Ring Didn't Show Up in Asheville Greenville SC Memories by Don Holbrook Mid-Atlantic Gateway Contributor Back in By Dick Bourne Mid-Atlantic Gateway David Chappell and I were very sad to learn this morning of the passing of our friend and Gateway contri by Dick Bourne Mid-Atlantic Gateway It is one of the most iconic images from the 1970s in Mid-Atlantic Championship Wrestling and Jim Swede Hanson by David Chappell Mid-Atlantic Gateway My earliest professional wrestling memories came about from watching All-Star Wre Conrad Thompson has launched the second episode in his landmark series "Conversations with Conrad" as part of his Ad Free Shows p PAUL JONES by Dick Bourne Mid-Atlantic Gateway It is with real sadness that we learn of the death of one of our childhood heroes, &q by Dick Bourne Mid-Atlantic Gateway On the eve of the 30th Anniversary of Dusty Rhodes' historic third NWA world heavyweight champion * * * "From the time I was born, I was runnin' bad, Jack. Cowboy Bob Ellis also became known for his willingness to bleed and his wars with men like Dick the Bruiser, Fritz Von Erich, Ray Stevens and Killer Karl Kox regular turned into bloodbaths. The announcer is shouting into his microphone Ive never seen anything like this! Wrestled his last match in Nashville, Tennessee, teaming with his son-in-law. It is said that Warren Bockwinkel, father of, His last match was at an ECPW event, where he teamed up with Frankie Flow to defeat the team of, Most recently wrestled on October 15, 2022 for World Classic Professional Big Time Wrestling in Chillicothe, Ohio, where he teamed with Josh Benson in a loss to the team of, Last wrestled on January 25, 2020, for Continental Championship Wrestling in Dothan, Alabama, teaming with. Owns Pro Wrestling America. He was from Kerrville, Texas, near San Antonio. 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