William Engesser

William Engesser (February 21, 1939 June 20, 2002)1 was an American film actor, 7'3" tall. His roles include Jerry Reed's bodyguard in Gator (1976), Richard/"Bigfoot" in The Secrets of Isis (1975), Krakow the Werewolf in the campy House on Bare Mountain (1962), and a bit part as a man in a gym in The Nutty Professor (1963).

William Engesser
Born
William Leroy Engesser Jr.

(1939-02-21)February 21, 1939
DiedJune 20, 2002(2002-06-20) (aged 63)
Alabama, United States
Other namesBill Engesser
Abe Greyhound
OccupationFilm actor
Height7 ft 3 in (2.21 m)

He attended El Monte High School in El Monte, California. In high school, he was a highly scouted basketball recruit. Often linked with Wilt Chamberlain due to his height. He eventually ended up playing for the University of Southern California, but, only played for 4 games during the 1958–1959 season scoring 2 points.

References

1. William Engesser. Internet Movie Database. Retrieved February 22, 2010.

2. Bill Engesser, https://www.sports-reference.com/cbb/players/bill-engesser-1.html

3. Stars & Stripes Newspaper


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