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Andre The Giant

What is andre the giant?

· James MacDonald

Key facts

Real name André René Roussimoff[3]
Born 19 May 1946[3]
Birthplace Coulommiers, France[1]
Died 28 January 1993[3]

André the Giant was the ring name of André René Roussimoff, a French professional wrestler and actor known for his exceptional size.

Context

André René Roussimoff, better known as André the Giant, achieved fame as a professional wrestler and actor. He was renowned for his imposing stature, which resulted from gigantism [3]. He also appeared in the popular film *The Princess Bride* [4].

Documented claims

  • André the Giant was known for his professional wrestling career. [2]
  • His large size was linked to gigantism and acromegaly. [3]

Questions and answers

What was André the Giant’s real name?

His real name was André René Roussimoff [3].

When was André the Giant born?

He was born on May 19, 1946 [3].

What was the cause of André the Giant’s death?

He died on January 28, 1993 [3].

Sources

  1. 16 Facts About Andre The Giant — si.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  2. Andre The Giant - Height, Death & Facts — biography.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  3. 10 Fascinating Facts About The Life Of Andre The Giant - History — history.howstuffworks.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  4. 10 Incredible Facts About Andre the Giant That Will Leave You Speechless — therichest.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)

Sources last checked August 3, 2026. · More in People