18 Most Intimidating Wrestler Nicknames

By Andrew Pollard /

16. The Beast From The East

Another blast from the past and another larger athlete. In fact, Scotty "Bam Bam" Bigelow is often right at the top of many a wrestling fan's list when it comes to the industry's greatest ever big men. The origins of Bigelow's Beast From The East nickname can be traced all the way back to his 1986 arrival in Memphis Wrestling. It would be a moniker that would stay with him right the way through his career in the likes of World Class, WWF, ECW and WCW. Bam Bam's Asbury Park, New Jersey roots and his fierce appearance lent themselves perfectly to his famous nickname. In terms of intimidating, it doesn't get much heavier than a 400lb brawler with a tattooed skull and decked out in flames. Whether as a fan favourite or a brutal villain, Bam Bam Bigelow looked as if he could've been plucked straight from Hell. As such, The Beast From The East couldn't have been more apt a name for this great talent. It's just a shame that Bigelow sadly passed away back in 2007.