The Iron Sheik is a retired Iranian professional wrestler. He has been signed with the WWE, WCW, National Wrestling Alliance and numerous independent organizations over the years.
Controversy
In 1987, Khosrow and "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan were pulled over by police after a WWF event. Duggan was found to be under the influence of marijuana while Khosrow was on cocaine. Duggan was released from the company and Khosrow was put on probation. Khosrow was eventually also released from the WWF.
The Iron Sheik continues to make various media appearances, occasionally creating controversy. He has made several appearance on Howard Stern's show and even hosted The Iron Sheik Show on Howard 101.
Iron Sheik makes no secret of his dislike for wrestlers such as Hulk Hogan and the Ultimate Warrior. He has also broken into public tirades regarding them and other parties to which he does not find accord.
Iron Sheik Merchandise
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Fast Facts
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Real name
Hossein Khosrow Ali Vaziri
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Born
March 15, 1943
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Birthplace
Tehran, Iran
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Height
6'0"
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Weight
262 lbs
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Debut
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Trained by
Verne Gagne
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Fact:
Has been the WWF World Champion and the WWF Tag Team Champion
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Fact:
Daughter was murdered in 2003 by her boyfriend
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Fact:
Appeared on Howard Stern using profane language
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Fact:
Has wrestled under the name Col. Mustafa
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Finishing move
Camel Clutch
