Joe Cornelius

Joe Cornelius (1 May 1928 – 30 October 2021), known by his ring name "Dazzler" Joe Cornelius, was a British professional wrestler, actor, and stunt performer.

Early life Cornelius was born on 1 May 1928 in London, England. He is most remembered for his role in the 1970 film Trog, where he played a primitive caveman opposite Joan Crawford.

In Trog, Cornelius played a primitive caveman discovered in the English countryside. The role required him to wear a "ratty ape-suit"—reportedly a leftover from Stanley Kubrick's 2001: A Space Odyssey. Despite the film's reputation as a "B-movie," Cornelius spoke warmly of his co-star, Joan Crawford.

Personal life Cornelius was a multifaceted businessman who operated a hairdressing salon throughout his wrestling and acting years. He became friends with Joan Crawford.

Filmography Television YearTitleRoleNotes 1964 Ring-a-Ding-Ding! Himself 1 episode 1964–1985 World of Sport Himself 2 episodes 1966 Adam Adamant Lives! Chauffeur Episode: "D is for Dangerous" 1968 Hold On: It's the Dave Clark Five Self TV Movie 1968 Softly, Softly Tobin Episode: "The Collector" 1968–1969 The Avengers Karate Opponent / Goon 2 episodes 1970 Carry On Loving Boxing Second