Roderick George Toombs (born April 17, 1954
), better known by his
ring name "Rowdy" Roddy Piper, is a semi-retired
Canadian professional wrestler and film actor currently signed to
World Wrestling Entertainment. Despite having no actual connection to Scotland (aside from his family heritage), he was billed as coming from
Glasgow,
Scotland and was known for his signature
kilt and
bagpipe entrance music. He earned the nickname "Rowdy" by displaying his trademark "Scottish" rage, spontaneity and quick wit; he was also nicknamed "Hot Rod".
Early life
Toombs was born in
Saskatoon,
Saskatchewan and raised in
Winnipeg,
Manitoba. He attended
Windsor Park Collegiate. His father worked for CN Rail while they lived in
The Pas, Manitoba. After being expelled from junior high and having a falling out with his father, Piper hit the road and stayed in youth hostels wherever he could find them.
