About

“Judo” Gene was selected to be the referee for the 1976 “Boxer vs. Wrestler” match between Muhammad Ali and Antonio Inoki in Tokyo. Gene was selected because of his experience in boxing, wrestling and martial arts.

“Judo” Gene worked with tough-guy Joe Don Baker in the movie “Walking Tall.”

Gene “the actor” reacting to a choke from James Caan, taught by martial arts master, Tak Kubota.

Gene training with Benny “The Jet” Urguidez.

The Bill Goldberg hold: A folded knee squeeze with a back break and a neck crank.

“Judo” Gene was the heavyweight and overall champion in the U.S.A National Judo competition.

Gene relaying the details of the Savage beating to Lord James Blears in “typical wrestling jargon.”

Roddy Piper considers “Judo” Gene the Dad he never had, and the ultimate positive force in his life.

Gene inherited his athletic ability and sense of humor from his father, and his business sense and red hair from his mother.

“Judo” Gene has known Ronda Rousey since she was born, and he says she is the “best he’s ever seen.”