The ‘complex’ legacy of US professional wrestling’s Iron Sheik
Hossein Khosrow Ali Vaziri, who died on Wednesday, both perpetuated and transcended stereotypes in his role as wrestler.
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The Latest Breaking News from Hossein Khosrow Ali Vaziri
Iron Sheik, WWE Hall of Famer, dies at 81
Sheik, whose birth name was Hossein Khosrow Ali Vaziri, was born in Damghan, Iran, and was thrust into the spotlight during the heyday of the WWE in the 1980’s with his backstory and his style on the microphone making his promos must-watch television.
Chicago Sun-Times ·
WWE Legend And Twitter King The Iron Sheik Is Dead At 81
Pro wrestling legend and WWE Hall of Famer The Iron Sheik reportedly died at the age of 81.
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