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Born Chris Allen Palay in 1955 in Woodbury, New Jersey, Bundy was not just a large presence; he was a natural athlete. His journey in wrestling began when he graduated high school in 1974 and enrolled in Larry Sharpe's Monster Factory wrestling school in New Jersey. By March 1981, Bundy made his debut in the World Wrestling Federation (now WWE) under the name "Chris Canyon," where he quickly started making a name for himself.
Bundy’s initial persona as "Big Daddy Bundy" in Texas wrestling was soon eclipsed when he was rebranded as King Kong Bundy, a moniker that drew inspiration from the iconic film monster. The transition marked the beginning of an extraordinary career, with his feud against the Von Erich family solidifying his status in the Texas wrestling scene.