French professional wrestler
Born: May 19, 1946
Died: January 28, 1993
André the Giant, born André René Roussimoff on May 19, 1946, in Grenoble, France, was a professional wrestler and actor renowned for his enormous size, a result of acromegaly, a condition caused by excess growth hormone. Standing at 7 feet 4 inches tall and weighing around 520 pounds, André became a global phenomenon and one of wrestling’s most beloved figures.
André’s wrestling career began in the early 1960s in France and quickly gained momentum as he traveled across the world, eventually becoming a mainstay in Vince McMahon’s World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE). Dubbed the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” he was famous for his imposing presence, charismatic personality, and memorable matches, including his legendary bout against Hulk Hogan at WrestleMania III in 1987, which solidified his place in wrestling history.
Beyond wrestling, André appeared in several films and television shows, most notably as Fezzik in the 1987 cult classic “The Princess Bride,” where his gentle giant persona endeared him to a broader audience.
André’s life, while filled with extraordinary achievements, was also marked by health challenges related to his gigantism. He passed away on January 28, 1993, at the age of 46. His legacy continues to influence the world of professional wrestling and popular culture. In 1993, he became the inaugural inductee into the WWE Hall of Fame, cementing his status as a legend.
André the Giant’s 5 most popular quotes
- I am not supernatural. I’m just myself.
- It’s difficult wherever I go. They don’t build anything for big people. They have everything for blind people, for cripple people, for some other people, but not for big people.
- Often when I go to home of people who have small children, the children will run from me, even though they have seen me on television. I understand why they do this but it is a sad feeling for me, even so.
- I know I have eaten more good food, drunk more beer and fine wine, had more friends, and seen more of the world than most men ever will.
- I like my opponents the way I like my steaks – in bunches.
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