Updated Feb 20, 2026
Details
Birthday
(Friday)
Died
Nationality
Languages
English
Zodiac Sign
♑ Capricorn
Chinese Zodiac
羊 Goat
Name Origin
English < Proto-Germanic (*Wiljahelmaz)
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Billy Varga: American professional wrestler and actor (1919-2013).
Born (died at age 94).
The name William means william is an English name whose origin is Germanic. Derived from Willahelm, its meaning results from the union of "wil", meaning "desire" or "will", and "helm", meaning "protection".
Biography
William Joe Varga (January 10, 1919 – January 11, 2013), billed as Count Billy Varga, was an American professional wrestler and actor. He was born to Rose and Joe Varga; his father was a professional wrestler in Europe known as Count Joseph Varga and taught his son wrestling at the age of five. He attended Hollywood High School and graduated from the University of Southern California. Varga won the world's light-heavyweight title in 1941 and later joined the Navy until he arrived home in 1947. Varga's wrestling career began to wind down in the 1970s as he was busy in television and movie work.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Billy Varga?
Billy Varga was born on and passed away on at the age of 94.
Where can I find more information about Billy Varga?
You can find more about Billy Varga on TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
