Behind the Bastards Part Four: Vince McMahon, History's Greatest Monster
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May 25, 2023 
Andre the Giant’s rise, decline, and bitter betrayal by Vince McMahon set the stage for allegations of assault and a mysterious death tied to wrestler Jimmy Snuka. Meanwhile, Jesse Ventura takes on the WWF’s working conditions, only to discover Hulk Hogan has been tattling to Vince. Wrestling’s wild backstage feuds prove nearly as dramatic as the action in the ring.
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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.
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.
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.