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legendary professional wrestler
André the Giant (André René Roussimoff), pictured early in his career when he wrestled under the name Jean Ferré (sometimes spelled Ferre).
Career Highlights
Early Career: Before gaining global fame as André the Giant in the WWF (now WWE), he was known in France and Canada as "Géant Jean Ferré" or "Monster Roussimoff".
Billed Stats (as Jean Ferré): The text in the image bills him as "7 pieds 4 pouces" (7 feet 4 inches) and "408 livres" (408 pounds). His billed height remained 7'4" throughout his career, while his weight increased significantly in later years due to his health condition.
Accomplishments: The photo is likely from the early 1970s, before he joined the WWWF in 1973. He was the first person inducted into the WWF Hall of Fame in 1993.
Other Ventures: Beyond wrestling, he was an actor best known for his role as Fezzik in the 1987 film The Princess Bride. |
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