Arnold Skaaland was a legendary professional wrestling personality and executive best known for his lifelong tenure with the WWF. A native of White Plains, New York, the tough former competitor found success in the ring before transitioning backstage as a trusted shareholder and road agent. "The Golden Boy" is most famous as the iconic, premier manager who guided World Champions Bruno Sammartino and Bob Backlund, routinely appearing at ringside on televised Madison Square Garden cards.