Mark Starr

English professional wrestler

Mark Starr - English professional wrestler
Born

December 26th, 1962
62 years ago

Died

2013
12 years ago — 51 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

Links & References

Debuted in professional wrestling in the mid-1980s. Competed in various promotions including World Championship Wrestling (WCW). Featured in memorable feuds and tag team matches throughout career. Known for technical wrestling style and contributions to tag team divisions. Retired from in-ring competition in the early 2000s.

Competed in WCW

Took part in the tag team division

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