John Stagikas: The Wrestling Villain Who Conned Cable News
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John Stagikas is an American professional wrestler widely recognized by his stage names, R. J. Brewer and "Hurricane" John Walters. Originally a college football player, he pivoted to wrestling after a neck injury and was trained by the legendary Killer Kowalski. Throughout his career, he has achieved significant success in various organizations, notably serving as a Ring of Honor Pure Champion and a multi-time heavyweight titleholder in Lucha Libre USA. In the latter promotion, he gained notoriety for portraying a controversial, anti-illegal immigration character that drew significant media attention from major news outlets. Beyond his national television appearances, Stagikas is a celebrated figure on the independent circuit and has been inducted into the Chaotic Wrestling Hall of Fame. After a hiatus spent working in real estate, he announced a full-time return to the ring in late 2020.