Eric Bischoff

Date of Birth: May 27, 1955

Zodiac Sign: Gemini

Biography

Eric Bischoff is an American businessman, television producer, and professional wrestling personality. Born on May 27, 1955, in Detroit, Michigan, Bischoff is best known for his work with World Championship Wrestling (WCW) and later with WWE. He began his career in the wrestling industry in the late 1980s and rose to prominence in the 1990s when he became the Executive Producer and later President of WCW. Under his leadership, WCW became a formidable competitor to WWE, leading to the famous Monday Night Wars. Bischoff is credited with creating the New World Order (nWo), one of the most influential factions in wrestling history. After WCW was purchased by WWE in 2001, Bischoff joined WWE as an on-screen character and General Manager of Raw. Beyond wrestling, he has been involved in various entertainment ventures, including television production and podcasting.

5 Interesting Facts about Eric Bischoff

1. Eric Bischoff holds a black belt in karate and has a background in martial arts.

2. He was the first person to defeat WWE’s Monday Night Raw in the ratings with WCW’s Monday Nitro.

3. Bischoff is the author of the autobiography “Controversy Creates Cash,” which details his career in wrestling.

4. He co-created the New World Order (nWo) storyline, which is considered one of the most influential angles in wrestling history.

5. Bischoff has appeared in several non-wrestling television shows, including “Hogan Knows Best” and “Curb Your Enthusiasm.”

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Eric Bischoff

1. “Controversy creates cash.”

2. “I’m not in the wrestling business; I’m in the entertainment business.”

3. “Change is inevitable, and those who adapt are the ones who survive.”

4. “The nWo was about attitude, it was about a mindset.”

5. “Wrestling fans are some of the most loyal and passionate fans in the world.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Eric Bischoff’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $12 million.

Children

Eric Bischoff has two children: a son named Garett Bischoff, who has also pursued a career in professional wrestling, and a daughter named Montanna Bischoff.