Brent Albright

American professional wrestler

Brent Albright - American professional wrestler
Born

November 28th, 1978
46 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Competed in professional wrestling, starting a career in the late 1990s. Gained recognition in major wrestling promotions and specialized in technical wrestling. Participated in various wrestling events and championships across the United States. Achieved success as a tag team champion and headlined performances in independent wrestling circuits.

Competed in WWE under the ring name 'Brent Albright'

Won the NWA World Tag Team Championship

Featured in Ring of Honor (ROH) events

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