New Gorilla Monsoon Biography Set to Release in September 2025

Professional wrestling fans, mark your calendars: a comprehensive new biography promises to dive into the life and career of one of wrestling’s most cherished figures, Gorilla Monsoon.

Set for release on September 30, 2025, Irresistible Force: The Life and Times of Gorilla Monsoon by Brian Solomon will be published by ECW Press, offering fans an intimate look at the man behind the legend.

The book chronicles the multifaceted life of Robert James “Gino” Marella, better known to the world as Gorilla Monsoon. From his early days as a dominant in-ring competitor battling icons like Bruno Sammartino to his influential role in shaping the industry as part-owner of the WWWF, Monsoon’s story is as rich as it is significant. His decision to sell his shares to Vince McMahon Jr. in 1982 helped set the stage for WWE’s meteoric rise, proving his influence stretched far beyond the squared circle.

Monsoon’s legendary voice became a cornerstone of WWE programming in the 1980s and 1990s, with his witty commentary alongside Jesse Ventura immortalizing him in wrestling history. The biography promises never-before-seen photos and exclusive interviews with his family, shedding new light on Monsoon’s personal life, struggles, and triumphs.

For fans, this is more than just a book—it’s an opportunity to celebrate the enduring legacy of Gorilla Monsoon, a man whose impact still reverberates through the wrestling world today.

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