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- Real name: Louis Vincent Albano
- Born: July 29, 1933
- Birthplace: Mt. Vernon, New York
- Height: 5'10"
- Weight: 350 lbs
- Debut: 1953
- Retired: 1995
- Managed Don Muraco, The Iron Sheik, Andre the Giant, Ken Patera, and The British Bulldogs, among many others
- WWE Hall of Famer
- Voice of Mario from Mario Bros TV show.
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Lou Albano was a former professional wrestler, manager, and actor who went by the name of Captain Lou Albano. Throughout his career, Albano managed 15 different tag teams and 4 singles wrestlers to championship titles. He appeared as the "dad" in Cyndi Lauper's video for "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun."
Captain Lou Albano died at the age of 76 on October 14 2009.http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/sports_blog/2009/10/captain-lou-albano.html
Wrestling and Hollywood
Albano wrestled for the World Wide Wrestling Federation before becoming a memorable managerial figure. He played the role of an over-the-top, villainous heel. By the time he retired, he had managed over 50 wrestlers and won two dozen championship titles.With the help of wrestling, Albano became involved in other Hollywood projects. He appeared in Cyndi Lauper's "Girls Just Want To Have Fun" and other music videos. He also appeared on several television shows and played the role of video game character Mario on The Super Mario Bros. Super Show. Albano was a key figure in helping wrestling reach mainstream popular culture. He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 1996.
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Lou Albano News
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WWE trumps Britney, American Idol and Kim Kardashian
The search engine attributes the drama and the divas, not to mention the death of legendary wrestler Captain Lou Albano and former WWE CEO Linda mcmahon's ... (December 01, 2009)Hartford Courant -
Michael Jackson most-searched Web term
... and this year three events conspired to make sure it is still a very popular search term: the death of Captain Lou Albano, the announcement that CEO ... (December 01, 2009)Hollywood Reporter -
More Random Notes
Anybody remember Captain Lou Albano? His claim to fame was his wacko showmanship. In fact, I think he invented some of the very popular body-piercing ... (December 01, 2009)Beachside Resident -
Mario And Luigi Mug Cabbie For His Gold Coins
It's hard to tell from the blurry video, but the costumes aren't as good as the one Captain Lou Albano wore when he played Mario back in the late 80's. ... (November 12, 2009)Popular Fidelity (blog)
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Lou Albano on Amazon
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Captain Lou Albano - Waist Up Pose - 8x10 Autographed Photograph - $9.99
The color 8x10 photo is personally hand signed by Hall of Fame wrestler Captain Lou Albano. This product comes with an individually numbered; tamper evident hologram from Mounted M...Amazon
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WWE Jakks Pacific Wrestling Classic Superstars Series 12 Action Figure Ticket Giveaway Captain Lou Albano - $14.99
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WWE Presents The World's Greatest Wrestling Managers - $24.95
At last homage is paid to the brains and beauties behind the brawn- the most famous and infamous managers in wrestling history. The men and women you’ll see here are the architect...Amazon
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Lou Albano Questions
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Where is Lou Dobbs going? Fox? 1 AnswerLast I read somewhere is he is looking at a possible run for elected office. We'll have to wait and see for now. Personally I think his leaving is a tactical mo... read more -
Is Lou Ferrigno is in I Love You, Man? 2 AnswersYes he is. In the scene released on the internet, Jason Segal's character tries to fight Lou Ferrigno who plays himself. ... read more
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Mr. T, Hulk Hogan, Cyndi Lauper, Lou Albano, Mean Gene, Andy Warhol – Best collection of people ever in one room? http://tinyurl.com/yhvvohf
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Captain lou albano....and dat new ubettwitter Iz crack.. http://tweetphoto.com/5692629
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Guardian did obit of Lou Albano on Sunday. Only SIX weeks after his death. Web 'very good way of breaking instantly chronological news' eh?
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RT @ktpfilm: I wish EW could have included Capt Lou Albano in their year-end issue. I know he wasnt on MJ's level, but he was still a le ...
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Btw according to SuperLuchas.net a Captain Lou Albano dvd is in the works.
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