Max Edmund Palmer (November 27, 1927 – May 7, 1984) was an American actor and professional wrestler.

Known for his great height and his ring name Paul Bunyan, in 2014 he was described as the second tallest professional wrestler in history.

[2] After high school Palmer left Mississippi to play with the professional basketball team Rochester Royals.

Palmer was discovered by an ex-Chicago newspaper man named Fritz Blocki.

After he left acting, Palmer became a professional wrestler in Salt Lake City, Utah.