Don Z. Ross (October 6, 1946 – June 2, 1995)[1] was a professional bodybuilder, wrestler and weight training coach from California.

He performed under the names Ripper Savage and The Bronx Barbarian.

Ross was a professional bodybuilder, born in Detroit, Michigan.

From 1979 until his death in 1995, he was a popular writer, story teller, and advocate of all bodybuilders and strength athletes.

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