Ted DiBiase Sr.

Date of Birth: January 18, 1954

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

Biography

Theodore Marvin DiBiase Sr., better known by his ring name “The Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase, is a retired professional wrestler, manager, ordained minister, and color commentator. Born on January 18, 1954, in Omaha, Nebraska, DiBiase is best known for his time in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF), now known as World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), where he was one of the most recognizable villains in the late 1980s and early 1990s. DiBiase’s wrestling career began in 1974, following in the footsteps of his stepfather, “Iron” Mike DiBiase, and his mother, Helen Hild, both of whom were wrestlers. Throughout his career, DiBiase captured numerous titles, including the WWF North American Heavyweight Championship, and was famously awarded the Million Dollar Championship, a title he created and defended. His in-ring persona was defined by his catchphrase, “Everybody’s got a price,” and his lavish lifestyle, often flaunting his wealth to demean opponents and audiences. After retiring from active competition in 1993 due to a neck injury, DiBiase continued to contribute to the industry as a manager and commentator. He also founded the Heart of David Ministry, focusing on Christian outreach and motivational speaking. DiBiase has authored two autobiographies and has been inducted into multiple halls of fame, including the WWE Hall of Fame in 2010.

5 Interesting Facts about Ted DiBiase Sr.

1. Ted DiBiase’s signature laugh and “Million Dollar Man” gimmick were inspired by WWE Chairman Vince McMahon.

2. He was the first North American Heavyweight Champion in WWE history, winning the title in 1979.

3. DiBiase’s autobiography, “Ted DiBiase: The Million Dollar Man,” was published in 1997.

4. He is an ordained minister and runs Heart of David Ministry, which aims to bring Christian teachings to the public.

5. DiBiase has made multiple appearances in video games, including the WWE 2K series.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Ted DiBiase Sr.

1. “Everybody’s got a price.”

2. “Money isn’t everything, it’s the only thing.”

3. “It’s not whether you win or lose, it’s how you play the game.”

4. “Everybody has a price for the Million Dollar Man.”

5. “If you don’t have integrity, you have nothing.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth Ted DiBiase Sr. achieved is estimated to be around $1 million.

Children

Ted DiBiase Sr. has three sons: Mike DiBiase, Ted DiBiase Jr., and Brett DiBiase. Both Ted Jr. and Brett followed in their father’s footsteps and pursued careers in professional wrestling, with Ted Jr. achieving notable success in WWE.