Rhyno

Professional wrestler and ECW champion

Rhyno - Professional wrestler and ECW champion
Born

October 7th, 1975
49 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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A professional wrestler debuted in 1995. Gained prominence in Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW) where held the ECW World Heavyweight Championship. Wrestled for various promotions, including World Wrestling Federation/Entertainment (WWF/E), Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA), and independent circuits. Recognized for a unique wrestling style combining power and agility. Returned to WWE as a coach and later as a performer.

Held the ECW World Heavyweight Championship

Competed in WWE and TNA

Won multiple Tag Team Championships

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