Biography

James (Jimmy) Kimble is a retired American professional wrestler. He began his career in 1971 and became a prominent figure in the Continental Wrestling Association in Memphis, where he was a key star until 1989. He also wrestled for Mid-South Wrestling, WWF, and various promotions in Florida, Texas, and Japan. He won the USWA Unified World Heavyweight Championship in 1989 but lost it back to Jerry Lawler. He retired in 2009 but made a return at the age of 76 in 2024 to wrestle at Championship Wrestling From Memphis. In addition to wrestling, he worked as a welder for 55 years and ran a business selling ornamental iron doors and window guards.