About Jack Taylor
Lived 1887 – 1956 (aged 68–69). Jack Taylor was a Canadian professional wrestler and amateur wrestler.
Jack Taylor (1887 – May 19, 1956) was a Canadian successful amateur and professional wrestler. Considered to be Canada's first great wrestling superstar in his time he was the childhood idol of wrestling icon Stu Hart and trained Toots Mondt.
Biography
Championships and accomplishments Amateur Wrestling Canadian Heavyweight Championship
Professional Wrestling Canadian Wrestling Hall of Fame Class of 2016 Stampede Wrestling Stampede Wrestling Hall of Fame (Class of 1995)
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People in Jack Taylor's life
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Contemporaries
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jack Taylor?
Canadian professional wrestler
When was Jack Taylor born?
Jack Taylor was born in 1887 in Ontario.
When did Jack Taylor die?
Jack Taylor died on 19 May 1956 in Edmonton.
What was Jack Taylor's occupation?
Jack Taylor was a professional wrestler and amateur wrestler.
What nationality was Jack Taylor?
Jack Taylor was Canadian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jack Taylor (Canadian wrestler)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jack Taylor. https://biography.guide/jack-taylor-professional-wrestler/
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Chicago: "Jack Taylor." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jack-taylor-professional-wrestler/.
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