History of Bryan Clark in Timeline
Bryan Clark, an American retired professional wrestler, gained prominence in WCW, WWF, and AJPW. Performing under names like The Nightstalker, Adam Bomb, and Wrath, he achieved success as a two-time WCW World Tag Team Champion and one-time AJPW World Tag Team Champion alongside Brian Adams in KroniK. His wrestling career spanned multiple major promotions, marking him as a notable figure in the professional wrestling world.
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March 14, 1964: Bryan Clark Born
On March 14, 1964, Bryan Emmett Clark was born. He would later become a professional wrestler known by various ring names.
1979: Three Mile Island nuclear meltdown accident
In 1979, the Three Mile Island nuclear meltdown accident in Pennsylvania happened, which was the inspiration for the "Adam Bomb" gimmick.
1989: Wrestling Debut as The Nightstalker
In 1989, Bryan Clark debuted as a professional wrestler under the ring name The Nightstalker, after training with Jody Hamilton and DeWayne Bruce in Atlanta, Georgia.
1990: Joins WCW
In 1990, Bryan Clark transitioned to World Championship Wrestling (WCW), making his debut on the November 10 edition of WCW Saturday Night, where he defeated Gary Jackson.
October 1991: Appearance as Masked Ghoul at Halloween Havoc
In October 1991, Bryan Clark appeared as a masked "ghoul" at Halloween Havoc.
June 19, 1992: First Appearance in UWF
On June 19, 1992, Bryan Clark debuted in Herb Abrams' Universal Wrestling Federation (UWF) at a TV taping in Spartanburg, South Carolina. He had three matches, winning two and losing one.
October 1992: Joins Smoky Mountain Wrestling (SMW)
In October 1992, Bryan Clark joined Smoky Mountain Wrestling (SMW), debuting in Knoxville, Tennessee, and losing to Brian Lee.
February 2, 1993: Wins SMW Beat the Champ Television Championship
On February 2, 1993, Bryan Clark defeated Tracy Smothers to become the SMW Beat the Champ Television Champion.
March 8, 1993: WWF Tryout Match
On March 8, 1993, Bryan Clark had a tryout match for the World Wrestling Federation (WWF), wrestling Reno Riggins.
May 1993: Debuts as Adam Bomb in WWF
In May 1993, Bryan Clark debuted in the WWF as Adam Bomb, managed by Johnny Polo. The gimmick was based on the Three Mile Island nuclear incident.
1994: Participates in 1994 Royal Rumble
In 1994, Adam Bomb participated in the Royal Rumble and was the final entrant in the match.
August 1995: Leaves WWF
In August 1995, Adam Bomb quit the WWF, citing unhappiness with pay and the rigorous travel schedule.
1996: Adam Bomb on the independent circuit
In 1996, after leaving WWF, Bryan Clark continued wrestling as Adam Bomb on the independent circuit and in England where he worked for Hammerlock Bomb Alert Tour with Andre Baker.
March 16, 1997: Rejoins WCW as Wrath
On March 16, 1997, Bryan Clark rejoined WCW as Wrath and attacked Glacier.
1998: Injury during Blood Runs Cold angle
In 1998, Bryan Clark suffered an injury, ending the Blood Runs Cold angle.
April 15, 1999: ACL Tear
On April 15, 1999, Bryan Clark tore his ACL in a match against Jerry Flynn, sidelining him for a year.
April 2000: Return to WCW
In April 2000, Bryan Clark returned to WCW, using his real name and forming a tag team with Brian Adams known as KroniK.
May 15, 2000: Wins WCW World Tag Team Championship
On May 15, 2000, KroniK (Bryan Clark and Brian Adams) defeated Shane Douglas and The Wall to win the vacant WCW World Tag Team Championship.
January 2001: KroniK turns face
In January 2001, KroniK turned face again by siding with Ernest Miller.
March 2001: WCW Purchased by WWF
In March 2001, WCW was purchased by the World Wrestling Federation.
September 4, 2001: Return to WWF with KroniK
On September 4, 2001, Bryan Clark and Brian Adams returned to the WWF as KroniK, attacking The Undertaker.
November 2001: Released from WWF
In November 2001, Bryan Clark and Brian Adams were released from the WWF.
July 17, 2002: Wins AJPW World Tag Team Championship
On July 17, 2002, as KroniK, Bryan Clark and Brian Adams defeated Keiji Mutoh and Taiyō Kea for the AJPW World Tag Team Championship.
January 2003: Retires from Wrestling
In January 2003, Bryan Clark wrestled his last match as KroniK, losing to Goldberg and Keiji Mutoh, and retired from wrestling due to injuries.
February 2006: Back Surgery
In February 2006, Bryan Clark underwent surgery on his lower back for injuries sustained during his wrestling career.
July 2016: Class Action Lawsuit Against WWE
In July 2016, Bryan Clark was named as part of a class action lawsuit against WWE, alleging that wrestlers incurred traumatic brain injuries during their tenure and that the company concealed the risks of injury.
September 2018: Lawsuit Dismissed
In September 2018, the class action lawsuit against WWE, which Bryan Clark was a part of, was dismissed by US District Judge Vanessa Lynne Bryant.
April 2019: Felony Charges Alleged Acts
Between January and April 2019, Bryan Clark allegedly performed acts that lead to being indicted on five felony charges.
February 2020: Indicted on Felony Charges
In February 2020, Bryan Clark was indicted in Maricopa County, Arizona on five felony charges related to alleged acts between January and April 2019.
June 18, 2021: Felony Charges Dismissed
On June 18, 2021, all felony charges against Bryan Clark were "dismissed by prosecution motion" in the Superior Court of Maricopa County, effectively throwing out the case.
2021: Supreme Court Hearing Lawsuit
In the fall of 2021, the lawsuit against WWE, which Bryan Clark was a part of, is being heard by the Supreme Court.
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