Behind the Bastards

Part Four: Vince McMahon, History's Greatest Monster

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May 25, 2023
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Andre's Wrestling Skill and Size

  • Andre the Giant was a massive, skilled wrestler known for his incredible strength and presence, standing about 7'4" and weighing around 450 to 520 pounds.
  • Early in his career, Andre could perform impressive technical wrestling moves, disproving claims he was just a showman.
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Andre's Legendary Drinking Contest

  • Andre the Giant had an infamous drinking capacity, once outdrinking an Olympian by consuming over 147 bottles of beer.
  • This huge alcohol intake was partly due to his gigantism and his lifestyle while coping with constant pain.
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Andre Lifts Arnold Over Dinner Bill

  • Arnold Schwarzenegger and Andre the Giant once fought playfully over who would pay for dinner.
  • Andre ended up lifting Arnold and placing him outside the window so he could settle the bill.
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