Angelo Mosca
Football player and professional wrestler
Born
February 13th, 1937
88 years ago
Died
2021
4 years ago — 84 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Played as an offensive lineman in the Canadian Football League (CFL) primarily for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. Achieved success with multiple Grey Cup championships. Transitioned to professional wrestling, gaining recognition in North America. Known for a dominating presence in the ring.
Won the Grey Cup with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in 1965 and 1972
Competed in professional wrestling in the 1970s and 1980s
Inducted into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame in 1987
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