Redd Foxx began doing stand-up comedy on the infamous Chitlin' Circuit in the 1940s and 1950s. Foxx was one of the premier blue humor comedians. Blue humor was very dirty, too dirty for white audiences. For years his party albums were not available in white record stores.
A near fall (near pin) is when... one shoulder touches the mat and the other shoulder is at a 45 degree angle coming down to the mat, or... the wrestler is held in a high bridge or back on both elbows. If a near fall lasts for two seconds, you get 2 points.
History: For years, Sid Eudy has been one of the most feared wrestlers in the game, becoming one of only a few wrestlers to have competed in all three major organizations at or near the top of the ladder. Although one of the powerhouses in wrestling history, Sid still lacks the respect of the fans.