Former WWE Superstar James Harris, AKA Kamala, Has Sadly Passed Away At The Age Of 70

Former WWE Superstar James Harris, AKA Kamala, Has Sadly Passed Away At The Age Of 70

Some sad news to report today, as WWE has confirmed that "The Ugandan Giant" Kamala, real name James Harris, has passed away at the age of 70. Harris is believed to have contracted COVID-19 recently...

By MarkCassidy - Aug 10, 2020 05:08 AM EST
Filed Under: WWE

Legendary former WWE Superstar James Harris, aka Kamala, has passed away at the age of 70.

WWE issued the following statement:

Under the frightening face paint of Kamala, the 6-foot-7, 380-pound Harris battled the greatest Superstars in sports-entertainment history, including Hulk Hogan, The Undertaker and Andre the Giant. He terrorized opponents and thrilled audiences in Mid-South, World Class Championship Wrestling, WCW and WWE until 2006. WWE extends its condolences to Harris' family, friends and fans.

Though no cause of death was given, a separate report indicates that Harris was recently diagnosed with coronavirus.

WWE has released a series of photos and a video to commemorate the career of the "The Ugandan Giant."

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