Brimstone Official Bio
Long Island native William
Kucmierowski (born August 22, 1974) is an American professional wrestler, actor,
author, fashion mogul, philanthropist, and comic book hero, better known by his
shortened name Will Kaye or his professional name, Brimstone. In a nutshell,
Kaye has had a successful and rewarding career spanning well over two decades
encompassing everything “entertainment.” Being an entertainer at an early age,
he appeared on Children's Television Workshop's Sesame Street on PBS as well as
Romper Room before a bitter divorce between his parents extinguished an early
flame. Years later, he found his first love of drumming which led him through an
illustrious career in the music industry which earned him his first cult fan
base across America. Eventually, as Kucmierowski explains, “I simply got sick of
being in a five way marriage” and opted for a new career as a professional
wrestler following a chance meeting with the sports Legends Bret “Hitman” Hart
and the Iron Sheik. In 1996, Kucmierowski began training to become a
professional wrestler using the self created moniker, “Brimstone.” As Brimstone
he made his professional debut in February of 1997 at the “wrestling made
famous” Elk’s Lodge in Queens, New York. Under the watchful eyes and continued
tutelage of Superstars Gino Carusso, Low-Ki (AKA: Senshi/Kaval) and Homicide, he
was quickly thrust into the spotlight becoming one of the most well-known
free-agents and recognized characters on the independent circuit while gaining
worldwide acclaim! It is a widely known fact that not only can many people not
handle the physical aspect of this profession, but they can not handle the
mental portion either which speaks volumes about his character. Brimstone has
exceeded expectations and entertained fans for well over a decade as a force to
be reckoned with in the world of professional wrestling.
The always existent entrepreneur in him enticed his need to create a fully
functional training facility, school, and federation (Critical Mass Professional
Wrestling and the New York Wrestling Connection) which has produced numerous
superstars that have been seen every week on mainstream television and on the
independent circuit. Over the years he has had not only the pleasure, but the
honor of working beside a myriad of legends in the wrestling industry.
Brimstone’s hard work and dedication to the industry has garnered high honors,
appreciation and the recognition of his peers including a 2008 Award from the
Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame. Brimstone still finds the time in his
rigorous schedule to give back to the business that brought him to the dance by
continuing to educate young hopefuls in the lost art of professional wrestling.
As Brimstone, he is currently focusing on pioneering unique ways of branding the
Brimstone name through current projects including but not limited to his
autobiography, “Brimstone: From the Barren Wastelands of My Mind,” the BrimWEAR
branded clothing line, “The Borderhounds” comic book based on his character,
Brimstone action figures, Brimstone themed “anti bullying” children’s book, “Borderhounds”
Xbox video game and numerous film productions. His future endeavors include
multiple television pilots, reality series’ and a potential animated “Borderhounds”
series.
Kucmierowski has found a niche in diversifying himself throughout the years as a
presenter at the 1998 Long Island Music Awards, as a celebrity guest for the New
York Erotic Expo, a nominated athlete for the National Jewish Sports Hall of
Fame 2008, a featured celebrity guest at the Puerto Rican Day Festival & Parade
in NYC, and an appearance on BET’s 106 & Park.
He decided to get back to his roots by making a splash onto the mainstream
acting scene via television, film, and print. Brimstone was involved in the New
York International Independent Film and Video Festival with Upward Rising Films,
and for Starline Films at the Garden State Film Festival in Asbury Park, New
Jersey. He can be seen in Lightning Films, “The Roadhouse” that premiered in
2009, Falling Leaves Films, “Blood Line,” and “To Be King.” He stars in the
principal role of the killer in the highly anticipated, “Killer Hoo-Ha!” as
noted on the Howard Stern Show and Fangoria Radio. Brim battles it out against
Kirby in a short film by Blinky Productions in accordance with Capcom. Other
featured cameo’s include Redemption, Madame X, and Touch (as Johnny Whisper).
Brimstone made special cameo appearances for American Gangster Frank Lucas' son
Frank Lucas Jr.'s music videos "Street Star" and “Let’s Go,” Joe Budden’s video
for “Touch and Go,” Dawn Monroe’s, “Get it Poppin” and Bethany Davis’, “Lose
Control.” Furthermore, Brimstone released a commercial for Heinz where he
actually wrestles a bottle of ketchup.
Entertainment aside, Brimstone has a heart of gold. He personally enjoys being
able to "give back to the community" by donating his time to various charities,
parades, and educational events. Brimstone has made several appearances at
schools for Pro Wrestling Appreciation electives, Career Forum Days, and the
“Get A Voice” program, Fire Department’s to support fire safety, and as an
advocate against the dangers of backyard wrestling. Brimstone repeatedly marches
alongside esteemed politicians Kate Murray (Town of Hempstead Supervisor),
Deputy Commissioner Kevin Regan, Councilman Gary Hudes, and Legislator Dennis
Dunne every year in the annual Levittown Memorial Day Parade on Long Island. He
has been linked to many foundations and has attended events as a celebrity guest
to help raise money for each cause. His appearances have included The Arthritis
Foundation's annual "Salute Your Staff" events, Michael J. Fox’s Parkinson’s
Foundation "Play 4 Parkinson’s" events, Dee Snider's 6th Annual Bikers for
Babies event which benefits the March of Dimes foundation, Toys for Tots,
Candlelighters NYC, Ronald McDonald House, American Cancer Society, Wrestler’s
Rescue, and limitless others. He has also personally organized countless food
drives for the homeless through Island Harvest. In 2008, Brimstone signed on as
a celebrity spokesperson for Paul McCartney’s foundation RADD (Rockers Actors
and Athletes Against Driving Drunk) and has begun taping public service
announcements to be used in the attempt to thwart driving under the influence.
He is also very passionate of his support for the Military and his fight for the
conservation of wildlife.
Brimstone looks into his past with admiration, however remains excited with
anticipation for everything the future holds. A perfectionist and a
professional, he accepts nothing less but continued success!
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