Kurt Angle

Description: (Former American Professional Wrestler and Olympic Gold Medalist)

Kurt Steven Angle is an Olympic gold medalist, professional wrestler, and actor from America. He is renowned for making the most successful transition from amateur to professional wrestling. Beginning his training at the age of seven, he went on to win ‘National Collegiate Athletic Association’ (NCAA) Division I Heavyweight Wrestling Championship twice, a gold medal in freestyle wrestling at the 1995 ‘World Wrestling Championships’ and another gold medal at the 1996 ‘Summer Olympics.’ In 1998, he made his first in-ring appearance on the professional wrestling circuit before signing an eight-year contract with the ‘World Wrestling Federation’ (now World Wrestling Entertainment). He made his official WWF in-ring debut in November 1999. Over the course of his first stint with the promotion, he became one of their most decorated talents. Angle left WWE in 2006 and joined their biggest competitor, ‘Total Nonstop Action Wrestling’ (TNA, now Impact Wrestling), where he spent the majority of his career. After 11 years, he returned to WWE in 2017 and served as the general manager of Raw. He then started wrestling again, headlining multiple pay-per-view events. He is known for his resilience, charm, and technique, and considered one of the all-time greats. He has broken his neck on five different occasions in his wrestling career.

Overview

Birthday December 9, 1968 (Sagittarius)
Born In United States
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Alternative names Kurt Steven Angle
Height 183 cm
Spouse/Ex- Giovanna Yannotti (m. 2012), Karen Jarrett (m. 1998–2008)
Parents Dave Angle
Jackie Angle
Children Giuliana Marie Angle, Kody Angle, Kyra Angle, Nikoletta Sky Angle, Sophia Laine Angle
Relatives David Angle, Eric Angle, Johnny Angle, Le'Anne Angle, Mark Angle

Did you know

What is Kurt Angle's finishing move? Kurt Angle's finishing move is the Ankle Lock, a submission hold where he torques the opponent's ankle.
Where did Kurt Angle win an Olympic gold medal in wrestling? Kurt Angle won an Olympic gold medal in wrestling at the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta, Georgia.
What is Kurt Angle's signature entrance theme song? Kurt Angle's signature entrance theme song is "Medal" by Jim Johnston, which he used during his WWE career.
Has Kurt Angle ever competed in mixed martial arts (MMA)? Yes, Kurt Angle briefly competed in mixed martial arts with his debut fight taking place in 1999 at the age of 30.
What is the significance of Kurt Angle's "You Suck" chant? The "You Suck" chant directed towards Kurt Angle by fans started as a way of showing appreciation for his heel character and has since become a beloved part of his entrance.
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