Bruno Sammartino

1935 - 2018

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Biography

Bruno Sammartino (1935-2018) was an Italian-born American professional wrestler. Known for his incredible strength and stamina, Sammartino dominated the wrestling world and held the World Wide Wrestling Federation (WWWF) World Heavyweight Championship for over 11 years, one of the longest reigns in the history of professional wrestling. His popularity and influence helped establish professional wrestling as a widely followed sport in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s.