George was born in 1968 in Sevastopol, rimea. His real name is Sergey Bardadim. The name George came from his childhood nickname 'George Best Buddy'. George became interested in tattoos during his childhood, and remembers asking his father repeatedly about the origin of the tattoo on his wrist. He was especially impressed by the fact that the letters would not wash off with soap, and would stay on his Dad's wrist for life. While a high school student, George had discussions about tattoos with his uncle, who had several since his prison term.