Lou Thesz

Wrestler

Birthday April 24, 1916

Birth Sign Taurus

Birthplace Banat, MI

DEATH DATE Apr 28, 2002 (86)

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About

Wrestling innovator who created the German Suplex, Lou Thesz Press, and the powerbomb.

Before Fame

He started his wrestling career in 1932, at age 16.

Trivia

He won six World Championship titles in his career, including four with the National Wrestling Alliance.

Family Life

His third wife's name was Charlie Catherine Thesz.

Associated With

He was inducted into the WCW Hall of Fame in 1993; a year before Harley Race.