Kamala passes away

August 9, 2020
WWE Photo Kamala

Look back at the memorable career of Kamala, "The Ugandan Giant," with these classic photos.

WWE is saddened to learn that James Harris, known to WWE fans as Kamala, has passed away at age 70.

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.

Kamala's Raw in-ring debut: Raw, January 25, 1993

Kamala makes his Raw in-ring debut on January 25, 1993.

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