William Alvin Moody was an American professional wrestling manager and licensed funeral director. He is best known for his tenure with the World Wrestling Federation where he performed under the ring name and gimmick of Paul Bearer, manager and guiding light of The Undertaker. As Paul Bearer, he hosted his own talk show segment entitled The Funeral Parlor.
Moody in 2011
Moody during his time in the United States Air Force in the 1970s.
Percy Pringle III managing Rick Rude in 1985
Bearer holding his urn in 1996.
Manager (professional wrestling)
In professional wrestling, a manager is a supporting character paired with a wrestler for a variety of reasons. A woman accompanying, or "seconding", a male wrestler to a match is sometimes referred to as a valet.
Brock Lesnar being accompanied by his "Advocate", Paul Heyman
Paul Ellering (center) managing The Authors of Pain
Paul Bearer carrying the urn he used to control The Undertaker
Blackjack Lanza with longtime manager Bobby Heenan