Karl Erik Tore Johansson

 Karl Erik Tore Johansson, known as Tor Johnson (October 19, 1903 – May 12, 1971)

As an actor, Johnson appeared in many B-movies, including some famously directed by Ed Wood. In professional wrestling, Johnson was billed as Tor Johnson and Super Swedish Angel. Johnson weighed 440 pounds (200 kg) at his heaviest. He had a full head of brown hair, but shaved it to maintain an imposing and villainous appearance in his wrestling and acting work. He began getting bit parts in films upon moving to California, usually as the strongman or weightlifter, as early as 1934. His film career ended in the early 1960's, after he appeared in a string of poorly-rated films. However, he continued to make appearances on television and made a number of commercials. During his career as an actor, Johnson befriended director Ed Wood, who directed him in a number of films, including Bride of the Monster and Plan 9 from Outer Space. Johnson died of heart failure in San Fernando, California, at the age of 67. He is buried at Eternal Valley Memorial Park in Santa Clarita, California.