Henry the giant wrestler from the 80s
10 wrestling giants from the 1980s you completely forgot about...
Henry the giant wrestler from the 80s
Andre the Giant | Biography
Andre the Giant, born André René Roussimoff, was a legendary wrestler known for his immense size and impact on the wrestling world, including his role in The Princess Bride.
Who is Andre the Giant?
Andre the Giant, born André René Roussimoff on May 19, 1946, in Coulommiers, France, was a legendary professional wrestler and actor renowned for his extraordinary size and charisma.
Standing at an estimated height of 7-foot-1 and weighing between 380 and 555 pounds, he made an indelible mark on wrestling in the 1970s and "80s. He famously battled Hulk Hogan in the iconic Wrestlemania III, becoming known as the "Eighth Wonder of the World." Andre's size was the result of acromegaly, a hormonal disorder that caused excessive growth, leading to a larger-than-life persona that resonated with fans worldwide.
Beyond the wrestling ring, Andre enjoyed crossover success in Hollywood, most notably starring as Fezzik