WWE Pro Wrestler & Twitter Celebrity The Iron Sheik Died At 81
Wrestling legend The Iron Sheik, whose real name was Hossein Khosrow Ali Vaziri, has passed away at the age of 81. The news was confirmed by the WWE, where The Iron Sheik had a successful career and became a popular figure in the 1980s. The cause of his death and the location were not disclosed, but it was mentioned that he departed peacefully. The Iron Sheik had a remarkable journey in the world of professional wrestling. Born in Iran, he had a foundation in competitive Greco-Roman wrestling and even became a gold medalist in 1971. He later transitioned to professional wrestling and joined the WWF (now WWE), where he gained fame for his flamboyant persona and anti-American character. Known for his distinctive mustache, barrel-chested physique, and the “Camel Clutch” finishing move, The Iron Sheik became a charismatic villain and engaged in memorable feuds with notable wrestlers of the time. He formed a tag team with Nikolai Volkoff, portraying...