Kasavubu (wrestler)
American professional wrestler
Jimmie Lee Banks (May 14, 1956 – July 27, 1982) was an American professional wrestler. He is best known for his appearances in Stampede Wrestling under the ring name Kasavubu and in the World Wide Wrestling Federation under the ring name Jojo Andrews.
Professional wrestling career
Early career (1975)
Banks was trained by Canadian wrestler Johnny Powers. He started wrestling in February 1975 at the age of 18 for Big Time Wrestling in Detroit, Michigan as "Jimmy Banks".
World Wide Wrestling Federation (1976–1977)
In early 1976, Banks debuted in the World Wide Wrestling Federation (WWWF) under the ring name "Jojo Andrews". He wrestled regularly on WWWF Championship Wrestling, generally losing to more established stars. His regular opponents included José González, Bobo Brazil, Larry Zbyszko, Bob Backlund, and Tony Garea. In February 1977, Banks and Baron Mikel Scicluna unsuccessfully challenged Billy White Wolf and Chief Jay Strongbow for the WWWF Tag Team Championship. Banks left the WWWF in June 1977.
Stampede Wrestling (1977–1978)
In 1977, Banks began wrestling for Stu Hart's Stampede Wrestling promotion in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
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