Why the Phoenix Suns Gorilla arrived in the winter of 1980 isn’t nearly as intriguing as what he’s done since he arrived.

Jul 14, 2021 · PHOENIX — Have you ever wondered how the Phoenix Suns mascot came to be the Gorilla? WHERE IT BEGAN. It started in 1979 when Henry Rojas, a west Phoenix native, …

Jun 1, 2021 · In 1980, a man working for a telegram service was hired to wear a gorilla suit to a Suns game. Decades later, the gorilla has become synonymous with Phoenix.

Apr 7, 2024 · PHOENIX — While many people are celebrating NCAA sports during Final Four weekend, folks in the Valley have another very important event to cheer for: the Phoenix Suns' …

Jun 3, 2021 · PHOENIX — Phoenicians may already know the strange story behind the Suns' seemingly random mascot, the gorilla. But those new to the bandwagon likely don't. “Yeah, I …

Many NBA experts and fans consider The Gorilla as one of the top mascots around, with the ESPN calling him “the Michael Jordan of mascots”. It’s not difficult to understand why. He is a …

Sep 11, 2023 · Go the Gorilla is the Phoenix Suns' mascot. Get more information on Go the Gorilla's salary, real name, costume and much more on Sportskeeda.

Jan 21, 2015 · PHOENIX — In 1980, a guy dressed in a gorilla suit showed up at a Phoenix Suns game to deliver a singing telegram to a fan who was celebrating a birthday. He was such a big …

Jun 1, 2021 · Phoenicians may already know the strange story behind the seemingly random mascot of the sun, the gorilla. But those new to the train probably not. How the Suns Gorilla …

Mar 26, 2015 · The Phoenix Suns' Gorilla is arguably the NBA's most iconic mascot, but his story of origin is so serendipitous it borders on unbelievable. Back in January 1980, Henry Rojas, 23,...