Ken Shamrock
Martial artist and professional wrestler
Born
February 11th, 1964
61 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Born in 1964, this individual became a prominent figure in both mixed martial arts and professional wrestling. He achieved fame in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), being a pioneer in the sport during the 1990s. Transitioning to professional wrestling, he worked with the World Wrestling Federation (WWF), where notable matches occurred. His work in both fields contributed to the popularization of mixed martial arts as a legitimate sport.
First UFC Superfight Champion
Competed in WWF main events
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