Shohei Baba (馬場 正平, Baba Shōhei, January 23, 1938 – January 31, 1999) was a Japanese professional wrestler and co-founder of All Japan Pro Wrestling (AJPW), best known by his ring name Giant Baba. Along with Antonio Inoki, he became one of the most famous Japanese wrestlers of his era, with a popularity in Japan comparable to Hulk Hogan's in the United States. He was a three times NWA World Heavyweight Champion.