Shawn Michaels
Professional Wrestler and Actor
Born
July 22nd, 1965
59 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A prominent professional wrestler and actor, this individual competed in World Wrestling Federation (now World Wrestling Entertainment) and was a central figure during the 'Attitude Era'. Transitioned from wrestling to training, sharing expertise with future generations of wrestlers. Also appeared in films and television, showcasing versatility beyond the wrestling ring.
Won the WWF Championship three times
Headlined WrestleMania matches multiple times
Inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2011
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