James Dudley
Baseball player; professional wrestling executive
About James Dudley
Lived 1910 – 2004 (aged 94). James Dudley was an American baseball player, professional wrestler and manager.
Professional wrestling career
James Dudley began working for Jess McMahon in the 1950s, when McMahon was a co-owner of the Capitol Wrestling Corporation. He has said that he thought of McMahon as a father figure. Dudley has been described as an "important cog" in the company, and McMahon once stated that "had there been no James Dudley, the WWF possibly wouldn't exist as it does today".
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Frequently asked questions
Who was James Dudley?
Baseball player; professional wrestling executive (1910–2004)
When was James Dudley born?
James Dudley was born on 12 May 1910 in Baltimore.
When did James Dudley die?
James Dudley died on 1 June 2004 in Washington, D.C..
What was James Dudley's occupation?
James Dudley was a baseball player, professional wrestler and manager.
What nationality was James Dudley?
James Dudley was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Dudley. https://biography.guide/james-dudley/
MLA: "James Dudley." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/james-dudley/.
Chicago: "James Dudley." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/james-dudley/.
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