Rick Blood Sr.

Richard Henry Blood, widely recognized as Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat, is a legendary figure in American professional wrestling, known for his remarkable in-ring skills and charisma. His illustrious career spanned several major promotions, including the American Wrestling Association (AWA), the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA), World Championship Wrestling (WCW), and World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE).

Steamboat made a significant impact in the NWA and WCW, where he held the prestigious NWA World Heavyweight Championship once. His accolades include four reigns as the United States Heavyweight Champion and four titles as the World Television Champion. Additionally, he earned a remarkable twelve World Tag Team Championships, with eight of those under the WCW banner, one unofficially under the NWA, and three during his time in Mid-Atlantic Wrestling. He also enjoyed two reigns as the Mid-Atlantic Heavyweight Champion.

In WWE, Steamboat captured the Intercontinental Championship once, solidifying his status as a top-tier performer. His contributions to the sport were recognized with his induction into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2009, celebrating his legacy as one of wrestling's all-time greats. Steamboat's influence and dedication to the craft have left an indelible mark on the world of professional wrestling, inspiring future generations of wrestlers.