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Fred Ottman
Fred Ottman is best known for Raw, Mortal Kombat: Conquest, Thunder in Paradise and WWE Saturday Night's Main Event. Fred Ottman was born on August 10, 1956. Fred Ottman is 70 years old (born August 10, 1956).
- Born
- August 10, 1956 (70 years old)
- Place of birth
- Norfolk, Virginia, USA
Biography
Fred Ottman is a retired American professional wrestler best known as Tugboat or Typhoon, and for teaming with John "Earthquake" Tenta as The Natural Disasters in the World Wrestling Federation. Ottman is also well known for his infamous Shockmaster gimmick in World Championship Wrestling. In WWF, he is a one-time Tag Team Champion. Personal life
Ottman retired from wrestling after WCW folded in 2001. Ottman was one of the participants of the 20 Man Gimmick Battle Royal match at WrestleMania X-Seven as Tugboat. He now lives in Lakeland, Florida and works as a safety manager for Gaffin Industrial Services, a building cleaning service. He also coaches the little league team of his two sons and daughter, Berkley, Beau, and Bailey.
Ottman retired from wrestling after WCW folded in 2001. Ottman was one of the participants of the 20 Man Gimmick Battle Royal match at WrestleMania X-Seven as Tugboat. He now lives in Lakeland, Florida and works as a safety manager for Gaffin Industrial Services, a building cleaning service. He also coaches the little league team of his two sons and daughter, Berkley, Beau, and Bailey.
Known for
Filmography
- 2000WXO Wrestling
- 1998Mortal Kombat: ConquestZ'dak
- 1994Thunder in ParadiseYussef
- 1994WWE Sunday Night SlamFred Ottman Typhoon
- 1993RawTyphoon
- 1988Clash of the ChampionsThe Shockmaster (Debut)
- 1986WWF Wrestling ChallengeTugboat Thomas
- 1986WWF SuperstarsWrestler (Tugboat)
- 1985WWE Saturday Night's Main EventTugboat
- 1973WWE Old SchoolTyphoon
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has Fred Ottman been in?
Fred Ottman is best known for Raw, Mortal Kombat: Conquest, Thunder in Paradise and WWE Saturday Night's Main Event.
When was Fred Ottman born?
Fred Ottman was born on August 10, 1956. (Norfolk, Virginia, USA)
How old is Fred Ottman?
Fred Ottman is 70 years old (born August 10, 1956).
Updated: November 4, 2026 ·