Angelo Mosca

Football player and professional wrestler

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

Links & References

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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