1. Frederick James "Bob" Wooler was compere and DJ at The Cavern Club, Liverpool from 1961 until 1967.
10 Facts About Bob Wooler
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An important figure in the Merseybeat scene, Wooler was instrumental in introducing The Beatles to their manager, Brian Epstein.
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In later years, Bob Wooler staged annual Beatles conventions in Liverpool with one-time Beatles manager Allan Williams.
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Bob Wooler entered them into a talent contest at the Gateacre Labour Club.
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Always of smart attire, Bob Wooler then started full-time employment, in his most notable role, as compere at the Cavern Club.
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Whilst Williams was sorting out his finances, due to his former club burning down, he recommended that Bob Wooler become The Beatles' manager, an offer that he declined.
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Bob Wooler himself was instrumental in introducing the Beatles to their future manager, Brian Epstein.
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Bob Wooler reportedly required urgent medical attention after the attack by Lennon.
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Bob Wooler is given credit for creating and being the first to print the familiar Beatles first-name order of John, Paul, George, and Ringo.
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Bob Wooler suffered a stroke in the 1980s and died at the Royal Liverpool Hospital on 8 February 2002 following a long illness.