True Crime and Famous Graves : The Murder of WWF Wrestler Dino Bravo | His Story, Home, and Grave

[@lorih2924]

I remember Dino Bravo when he was in WWF. I remember hearing that he had been murdered but none of the details. It’s sad that he got with bad people. Thank you for sharing the story of his life and his murder and showing us where he is laid to rest.

[@JackTempest94]

I remember attempting to walk into one of those Mausoleums by myself in 2022. But as soon as I walked in, apparently there was an audio/speaker system that was playing some type of music. Well, let's just say that I lost my nerve and walked right the heck back outside. I am definitely way more comfortable with grass cemeteries than I am with interior wall crypts. Great video!

[@ChuckMound]

Ah 1988, a great year. I remember Dino Bravo. Great Job with this. Another 80s wrester Tito Santana is a neighbor and my sons Spanish Teacher..

[@robertschumann7737]

Ahh “Chico” as the Brain used to call him was one of my favorites growing up. His “flying jalapeño” or “flying burrito” was a great finisher. Everybody else seemed to be big Hulk Hogan fans but he hardly ever wrestled on tv. He only did promos and we couldn’t afford pay per view so I never saw him much. Tito was the IC champ when I first started watching the WWF (after they took Georgia off the air) and he wrestled on tv all the time. So I got to be quite the Tito Santana mark. I wasn’t a big fan of Strike Force and I am glad they didn’t last long. I always preferred Tito as a singles wrestler.

[@g18k77]

That's soo cool that your son's teacher is Tito. :)

[@ChuckMound]

@@g18k77 yes great man. He has a Hair Salon in town as well

[@jonburrows2684]

88 was the year I lost my virginity

[@Bushmaster10MM]

@@robertschumann7737 Agreed my friend ! Tito was a true worker and outstanding performer. One of the absolute best I.C. Champions ever.

[@christinabrayboy8759]

My God I remember this like it was yesterday! Owen was my brothers fave wrestler and it was weird because my brother looked like he could have been owens son they favored eachother so much! We actually saw the fall live and at first we thought it was apart of the show!! My siblings and cousins and I were so devastated we couldn’t go to school that entire week because we were so sad and upset about his death!!! My prayers continue to be with his family and friends!

[@TomasHunter-q8v]

This is about Dino Bravo ,,,why are u talking about owen hart ?

[@esthergoulart3571]

RIP Dino!! Such a tragic story!! Great video as always Scott!! Love your channel!! Your such a great person!! I appreciate your hard work to do these stories!! I loved WWF!! Some of the greatest wrestlers were back then!! Thank you again Scott!! Much love!! 💙💙🙏🙏💖💖♥️♥️💜💜😇😇😢😢

[@natashafarley414]

Awesome to know you were a wrestling fan. You always handle these tragic stories with such class.

[@crimescenedrew9110]

I’m Italian and a KZbinr me too… i fall in love with your language and delicacy and clarity talking about this story ! Great job!

[@guac1967]

the sad part of this is that they will never find out who killed Dino because it was a mob hit. I am a wrestling fan and I do remember seeing Dino wrestle in the 80's. He was a good guy then he became a bad guy, then like many wrestles he got released. And his life went south. Rest in peace Dino.

[@guac1967]

@Darth Skeletroll 2.0 that is so true!

[@marvinalexander6796]

Somebody will confess eventually

[@dv1267]

@@marvinalexander6796 the people involved probably have passed on as well

[@georgeangus3860]

Dino was the man. Nobody other than Chris Benoit was on his level. Miss prissy hogan certainly wasn't. He was terrified of the great Andre the Giant who allowed him to slam him. Anyhow, you didn't notice the spectre of Dino Bravo walking around upstairs. About 6.30 into the video you can see him clear as day. You can tell it is him by his powerful physique. Not mistaken he has no shirt of any short on. Fckn cool

[@shawngilmore3628]

He was doing good after wrestling he died in that big house !!

[@mattes7844]

I remember seeing Dino Bravo in NYC in the city somewhere when I was with my dad, let's just say he kept kayfabe, wouldn't even say hi to a 12 year old fan...and I loved it. I got to meet heel Dino Bravo while my Dad just smiled and laughed.

[@RNCV-uf7wu]

I have heard many stories about Dino''s murder and it never gets easier to hear, I feel for Dino's mother and his wife and daughter who came home to find him like that

[@janadeubner9883]

This is a tragic story. To achieve so much and to lose it all in such a short timespan. Beautiful home too in a affluent part of town. RIP Dino Bravo

[@tempo1889]

He also knew it was coming. I believe he told Bret Hart that he knew his days were numbered.

[@RNCV-uf7wu]

Rick Martel has said Dino had said something similar to him

[@tempo1889]

@@RNCV-uf7wu I'm sure he probably said it to a lot of people. Typically when you screw over the mob it is pretty well understood that your days are numbered.

[@paulrolen6571]

I remember Dino Bravo he was a legend. I know about his tragic death. I read a great article about him. thank you for giving him props.

[@morganyork4628]

It would be so cool if you did a complete segment of nothing but 80s wrestlers and their final resting place. I bet there is a lot.

[@SCOTTONTAPE]

Someone pretty big will be coming soon

[@magarabbit1920]

Hope he will get inducted into the Hall Of Fame

[@jaredjaguar]

Hey Scotty I don't think you need me to tell you this but this video was nothing short of amazing.. I remember tuning in to WWF Saturday Night Main Event and seeing Dino Bravo wrestle with the Earthquake and then Jimmy Hart backing them up and I always knew that guy was trouble for any of the baby faces in the WWF.. when I heard later on about his passing I was completely shocked and like it's just really always kept in my mind that something was right about it..

[@SCOTTONTAPE]

Hey there I do need you to tell me that because I love hearing that my work is appreciated and enjoyed. It means so much to me that people take the time to watch and comment. Thank you very very much.✌🏽✌🏽

[@versansky75]

I remember Dino Bravo. My most memorable feud was with him and The Ultimate Warrior and the introduction of Earthquake(John Tenta) into the WWE during the pushup challenge

[@StoicFC]

They tricked Warrior and beat him up. I remember that lol

[@Whittdocs]

Hey Scott. Thanks for the great video. Very interesting and tragic story.

[@kimma508]

Hi there! I am a new viewer and subscriber! Your videos are excellent and done with such respect and compassion. Thank you!

[@SCOTTONTAPE]

You are so sweet thank you!

[@donniethomas6785]

Great video I remember him well ,kinda sad to know he's buried in the same cemetery as the crime boss of the family that had him murdered

[@raysilvajrakajookboxxx1024]

Thank you for this. I don’t know of another KZbinr doing his story!

[@HeroesITC]

Great video. I saw an episode of Dark Side Of The Ring about Dino Bravo, didn’t know that this happened to him. Very tragic.

[@TonyVega123]

Dino's uncle-in-law was Vic Cotroni, who was the boss of the Cotroni crime family in Montreal. Very powerful family for many years. Vic died in 1984, but his brother Frank took over. These guys are no joke.

[@chrisblester37]

You would think if they were family and him being a height profile guy they would have dealt with him another way unless he was talking that I would say is what happened and he new the rules and the penalties he was a big boy playing in a big boys world and the only person he can blame is him self to weak and needed to be shut up

[@featherwashsmith3868]

theyre a crew not a family

[@shelleyUSATX]

Andre was so huge. I stood beside him once at the Cowtown Coliseum. His hands were as big as my arm back then. I remember Dino.

[@JonnyHolms]

Thank you Scott for doing this on him 🙏, what a story and what a shame...

[@cindyhenning7832]

Scott,you have a lot of patience looking for these burial spots. Your a good man and very kind! Thank you for this video what a sad sad story. His wife finding him like that so sad

[@edwardcordova3133]

Wow, I never knew he died I was 22 years old at the time. Now in 2021 I just recently told my seventeen-year-old son Canada is a quiet country and clean too. Canadian Mafia. Canada must have a lot of dirt swept under the rug?

[@skipbayless557]

Dino Bravo was an underated wrestler as a ring performer.

[@respecttheface7152]

skip is that really you ? 😆

[@kevaughnramsay9846]

Skiiiiiiiuuuuuuuupppppppp

[@ballpark45]

great video! awesome information! i remember watching him back when i was a kid in the 80s!

[@karinaklimko1]

Can’t believe that you came in my area, and didn’t have the chance to meet you, hope if you come back in Montreal, I’ll have the chance to meet you.

[@waynec9017]

Dino was a great wrestler. I still remember when he died. When we were kids we used to wait out back of maple leaf gardens for wrestlers to come out. Saw a bunch but never saw dino I would have liked to he looked like a tank

[@laifoniuameaaasa8832]

I remember Dino Bravo is a big guy with Jimmy Hart as his manager also call mouth of the south.thank you for the video.

[@martinlefebvre5005]

Dino was a power house still remember him till this day i grew up watching him when he did lift on the bench press i remember that day r.i.p tough guy

[@toddwilliams1380]

I would’ve never got to see this any other way, I’m sure. So ,thanks for sharing! I remember him very well ! Always enjoyed watching him on WWF!

[@stephaniesmith9094]

I remember watching him growing up. He would come to the forum in Detroit to wrestle. Great video.

[@fearsomevloggers4552]

The forum in Detroit?!?! The forum if Montreal u mean?

[@MrSilky1969]

Good/sad video Scott. Some great information.paul uk 🇬🇧

[@chewyfan7745]

Great video as always Scott. The way you show show much respect and know your information makes you the best at what you do. As always stay safe in your travels and always. And God bless you and shady

[@d-mo733]

Love Dino! Got two Autographs of his. Extremely rare one to get, let alone two!

[@johnfillmore5184]

Big wrestling fan, awesome video on the tragic event. Keep up the great work as always.

[@susandooley9630]

I’ve been a wrestling fan for YEARS, since the early to mid 60’s here in the PNW. I remember watching Snuka get his start here, Piper was a “home town” favorite since he made his home here & is buried here. I do remember watching Dino Bravo in the old WWF, I had heard he had been murdered in his home but didn’t realize it was more than the illegal cigarette thing. Thank you for the more in-depth part of his murder.

[@reneemallicone4770]

Haven't heard that name in years. I used to watch wrestling with my brother. Andre, Superfly, Randy Savage, Rowdy Roddy Piper, Bruno Samartino, Hacksaw Jim Dugin, the Iron Sheik, Hart brothers, Hulk Hogan and my faves were the midget wrestlers fighting against Andre. What a spectacle so many great old school wrestlers. Nothing like the joke it is now. Wow his Mom lived to be 93. So Sad! RIP Dino.

[@MrHubbmuscle]

Yet another fantastic video Scott! TY!

[@texantrainer81]

Great video. Never have heard of this story b4. Thanks 4 sharing..

[@MavAuto-Pete]

Thank you for finding Dino and uploading the video as I've always wanted to see where he's laid to rest

[@marquesalston9227]

SCOTT MY BROTHER! Great video! I too was a huge wrestling fan when I was a kid. Very cool to see this video. Your hair is looking fresh bro! #ScottMyBrother #BestInTheBusiness

[@MissouriPenny]

Much tespect for your channel scott .peace out .✌️☮️

[@StoicFC]

I'll never forget how Dino introduced Earthquake into the WWF in the push up challenge vs Ultimate Warrior 😅

[@grandmama05]

I remember Dino and had always wondered what became of him. Thanks for the story Scott!

[@millcityflexxx4770]

This video was a good one ... I love that era of wrestling 🤼‍♂️ .. thanks ..

[@gabrielmedina2012]

WE MISS YOU DINO....REST IN PEACE.

[@terrywest3321]

Bro please please please keep up the good work. KZbin is so full of junk these days but you always have the best post.

[@Zaclatemap]

You should do gino hernandez another wrestler from the 80s who was also shot and killed at only 29 yrs old. Most people believe he got into the cartel with cocaine and owed them some money.

[@aprilhaywood3306]

Very sad I remember that, much love Scott ❤

[@biglou2385]

just ran across your videos, awesome. im hooked.

[@tammyprincelover2666]

My uncles were always watching the WWWF. I remember him, so many come and go I never knew he was killed. Mercy, shot that many times is crazy.

[@tianajeremybrookes4374]

Very good Scott !! 🙂 👍 R.I.P Dino Bravo 💪🏼

[@juanmartinramallo6734]

Very good that all me gustan todos los vídeos muchas gracias che

[@darilcaldwell31]

Does anyone know if the house he was killed in was ever sold because when you were showing the house I saw a for sale sign in the front yard

[@annaharley7362]

Oh I loved WWF back in the 80s-90s my favourite was Ultimate Worrier Hulk ..Under Taker..quite a few TBH .. awesome video dude so sad.

[@survivalltsurvivallt6157]

Cool video 👍 keep it up bro

[@toddgilbert2485]

Very Interesting Video!

[@reesemane]

Another good one Scott.. Love your videos.. Just great

[@njsantoro]

Your gettin* better every time. Great video

[@nancysasso5556]

Amazing video, thanks for sharing! I subscribed!

[@JoeFromJoplinMO]

What an intriguing, and tragic story. Rest in peace, Adolfo. Safe travels, Scott.-Joe from Joplin MO

[@JoshJoel800]

I was never a wrestling fan I did know all the big names but I didn't know this man. This video and learning about his cold blooded death was heart breaking. Keep up the great work Scott. I love your videos. Thank you. Peace.

[@wjpalmar]

i remember dino bravo being a wrestling fan for years. i remember hearing he died and how first thing i remember thinking who the hell does that? i was so young so didn't understand what goes on with the mob etc back then. it was such a sad story he could/should of been a huge name but never reached the level he should of.

[@Scorch1028]

As a WWE fan in 1992, I remember thinking that Dino Bravo had at least 5 good years left in him as a performer. Unfortunately, the office at WWE believed that Dino was “too old” to remain roster, so they released him from the company in April of 1992. Well, Dino had gotten so accustomed to the lifestyle that his WWE income had given him, that he felt the need to transition into a line of work that could maintain his standard of living. Unfortunately, since Canada’s tobacco tax was so high, there was a black market for illegal cigarettes. Dino got involved in illegal tobacco via the Cotroni crime family in Montreal. Just days before his murder, Dino told several of his friends that he knew “his days were numbered.” The assassin shot Dino 17 times in the head. Hours later, Dino’s wife arrived at the couple’s home, where she found her husband dead in the living room.

[@hectorlopez1069]

He was watching the hockey game when he was shot in the living room.

[@billiardball9650]

crazy , mixing with drugs never ends well another great video scotty mate thanks again

[@inthinkable]

SCOTT! You have to come to Ellerbe, NC and go to Andre the Giant's house! I went there back in 2011. You can still probably ride right up to his ranch, and you can also visit the Dixie Burger where he used to eat and also the Food King grocery store where he used to go for groceries. It's very weird, because going there is like going right back into the 80s. It hasn't changed! Plus you can visit the place where his good friend that took care of his ranch ran a fruit stand up until just a few years ago. It's soooo weird knowing that Andre the FREAKIN GIANT called that place home!

[@mikei9986]

Location addresses please !

[@inthinkable]

@@mikei9986 The ranch was on Afj (Andre Frenchy Jackie) Ranch Road. The property has been split up and I'm not sure who lives there now, but the property is still accessible. I'd bet that the new owners wouldn't mind if someone at least asked to visit the property. The Dixie Burger and Food King are in the small town, they're easy to find. There is also the Rankin Museum which has a lot of cool stuff, including a whole area dedicated to Andre that has a lot of his stuff (boots, shirts, rings, etc.). Most of the items were donated by Jackie who is still around and works at some camp in the area. The first article I read years ago when I found out he lived there: www.starnewsonline.com/article/NC/20051023/News/605134418/WM

[@marierush7943]

I noticed the houses are sort of looking the same but different. New subscriber here !

[@toddmartin6572]

I still have all my old wwf pics I took years ago.. so many legends Are gone. I treasure the pics and memories

[@hectorlopez1069]

I like it when he went to the ring with the french national anthem theme playing. I loved the 80s.

[@billyanderson6457]

My wife's aunt grew up with Dino...said he was a super great guy.. but even at a young age he was drawn towards easy money.

[@sabrina3newsome642]

Thanks Scott great video

[@alainvincent1309]

Your Videos Rock Scott!

[@inthinkable]

Another great vid BTW, I made my first comment as soon as you mentioned ATG, so hadn't finished the vid yet.

[@kubarlow]

Impressive video... thanks

[@thomasthegtagamer109]

Great video enjoyed it as a wrestling fan myself

[@RobSandage]

I remember watching the WWF from 1986 until 2007 and watching Dino Bravo. I did not see when he was a baby face while in the WWF, but remember when he was a heel though. I also watched the first Summer Slam televised on the old USA Network when Dino Bravo did the bench press with Jesse The Body Ventura spotting for Mr. Bravo. The reason why I call it the old USA Network is because the programming was a lot better prior to NBC purchasing the network from Barry Dillard in 2003 I believe. Plus, I watched about the death of Dino Bravo from a series based on wrestling legends like Owen Hart, The Fabulous Mula, and other wrestlers that were big during the 70's and 80's. It is sad that Dino Bravo went from being a Canadian Champion running his own wrestling organization and then had to take the job with the WWE. It always seems like when a good wrestler gets signed on with the WWE if Vince McMahon sees potential or creates a character who becomes big they will keep them, but the minute that their careers are not going anywhere they get rid of them. Truly a sad story. Rest In Peace Mr. Bravo.

[@calibiggdogg5047]

Good job on this one ✌️

[@jennadelzingaro4375]

His grave is next to my grandparents ♥️I could’ve helped. Great job !

[@mikei9986]

Is it on the first floor? Would like to go pay my respects one day

[@jennadelzingaro4375]

@@mikei9986 Yes it’s on the first floor . When you walk in go towards the right .... there’s an elevator no far from it .

[@steelbrigadekory]

@@jennadelzingaro4375 my grandfather is there also

[@drums3269]

@@jennadelzingaro4375 my condolences. In the video was it the grave that read, Giuseppe & Maria?🙏🙏🙏

[@reneedennis2011]

Great video! I don't watch wrestling, so I didn't know about him. Isn't the Ides of March on the 15th, though 🤔?

[@countrydawn418]

Very nice work.

[@alideasy4147]

wowwww i 45 i remember DINO Bravo but never heard this TRAGIC STORY! I'm SICILIAN Italian. The name caught my ATTENTION!

[@anthonyellis987]

Great video. RIP Dino Bravo.

[@bunbee2025]

Nice video….this man was a great wrestler….RIP 🙏🏾

[@philyroberts72]

Wow 10/3!93 that was my 21st birthday! I watched wrestling in the 80s and liked Dino Bravo he was totally underestimated. RIP DINO.

[@bigrudd8746]

Great work bud!

[@sebastianterranova5406]

I loved wrestling back then,Machi man,Rick Rude,the Bulldogs,the Hart foundation,etc.Dino was a great wrestler and a proud Canadian,unfortunately he was very underrated.🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦✝️✝️✝️✝️

[@amyconway9923]

The life of drugs.... either jail or death. ....sad but true... nicely done Scott UNIQUE. love the details... peace out ✌👍❤

[@MyNameIsCurrentlyUnavailable]

Thank You From Louisville Kentucky

[@flyersluver4eva]

I can’t wait to see your Chris Benoit one that you do one day. Great video

[@getlauriekor]

Nah. Chris Benoit was a piece of crap. Brett hart said he’s nothing but a low life murderer. Who cares where he’s buried.

[@gregorypaglia4716]

Ah, dino bravo. I remember him along with his tag team partner Gino Britton's. Definitely a mob hit. R.i.p. my friend. You did canada well!!

[@sherrywoody6023]

Tragic story , thanks Scott be safe🙏❤

[@denisebrowning2743]

That was amazing!

[@casketbrain7697]

Rip Dino Bravo Canadian Wrestling Icon

[@christinaotter]

Very sad. Never got into wrestling but sad none the less. May he be at peace

[@hectorlopez1069]

He was killed while watching the hockey game in his living room.

[@Plexpara]

this was not just a random killer.must be someone he knew very well.he would not trust anyone in that time.sad