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| The French Angel | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Birth name | Maurice Tillet | ||
| Born | October 23, 1903 St. Petersburg, Russian Empire | ||
| Died | September 4, 1954 Chicago, Illinois, United States | ||
| Professional wrestling career | |||
| Billed height | |||
| Billed weight | Script error: No such module "Person weight". | ||
| Debut | 1937 | ||
| Retired | 1953 | ||
Maurice Tillet (October 23, 1903 – September 4, 1954), better known by his ring name The French Angel, was a professional wrestler known for his unique appearance and successful career in the 1940s. Tillet's distinctive look was a result of acromegaly, a condition caused by a benign tumor on the pituitary gland leading to abnormal growth of bones and tissues.
Early Life[edit | edit source]
Maurice Tillet was born in St. Petersburg, Russian Empire, to French parents. His father was an engineer, and his mother was a teacher. After the Russian Revolution, Tillet and his mother moved to France. He was a bright student and initially pursued a career in law, but his life took a different turn when he developed acromegaly in his early twenties.
Wrestling Career[edit | edit source]
Tillet began his professional wrestling career in 1937. He quickly gained popularity due to his impressive strength and unique appearance. He adopted the ring name "The French Angel" and became a major attraction in the wrestling world. Tillet's career peaked in the early 1940s when he won the American Wrestling Association World Heavyweight Championship.
Personal Life and Legacy[edit | edit source]
Despite his intimidating appearance, Tillet was known to be a kind and intelligent individual. He was fluent in several languages and had a deep interest in literature and poetry. Tillet's life and career have left a lasting impact on the world of professional wrestling, and he remains a memorable figure in the sport's history.
Death[edit | edit source]
Maurice Tillet passed away on September 4, 1954, in Chicago, Illinois, due to heart disease. He was 50 years old.
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