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French Wrestling Warrior
From “angel” to ogre, the incredible life of Maurice Tillet is the stuff of legends—quite literally. Born in 1903, this Russian-born Frenchman was dubbed “angel” in his youth for his cherubic face and golden locks. But at 17, a diagnosis of acromegaly dramatically altered his life.
The disorder caused abnormal bone growth in his face, hands, and feet, reshaping him physically but not breaking his spirit. In the 1930s and 1940s, Maurice capitalized on his unique appearance to become a wrestling sensation, captivating audiences with his larger-than-life persona. Whispers say his story even inspired the beloved animated character Shrek. Maurice’s journey proves that sometimes, fairy tales do walk among us.
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