Don Z. Ross (October 6, 1946 â June 2, 1995) was a professional bodybuilder, wrestler and weight training coach from California. He performed under the names Ripper Savage and The Bronx Barbarian.
Ross was a professional bodybuilder, born in Detroit, Michigan. From 1979 until his death in 1995, he was a popular writer, story teller, and advocate of all bodybuilders and strength athletes.