André the Giant

Andre the Giant (May 19 1946 - January 27 1993) was a wrestler and actor, born André René Roussimoff in Coulommiers, France. He was at least 7" tall, and was usually billed at over 7' tall. His great size was a result of excessive growth hormone, a condition known as pituitary gigantism, and led to him being dubbed "The Eighth Wonder of the World".

Wrestling facts

 * Finishing and signature moves
 * Big Slam
 * Butterfly Suplex
 * Elbow Drop


 * Nicknames
 * "The 8th Wonder Of The World"
 * "The Gentle Giant "


 * Tag teams and stables
 * Colossal Connection - with Haku (WWF)
 * Mega Bucks - with Ted DiBiase (WWF)
 * Heenan Family
 * Machines


 * Managers
 * Bobby Heenan (WWF) (1987-1990)
 * Captain Lou Albano (WWF)

Championships and accomplishments

 * World Wrestling Federation
 * WWF World Heavyweight Champion (1 time)
 * WWF World Tag Team Champion (1 time) - with Haku