WWE Legend The Iron Sheik Dead At Age 81

WWE fans around the world are in mourning as news broke today that former wrestler and legendary personality, The Iron Sheik has passed away at the age of 81. Iron Sheik, whose real name was Hossein Khosrow Ali Vaziri, was well-known for his larger-than-life persona in the sport and was one of the most recognizable figures of his time.

Born in Iran, Iron Sheik began his wrestling career in the 1970s and quickly rose to fame as a fierce competitor in the ring. He was a key rival of Hulk Hogan, and their intense battles in the 1980s were some of the biggest draws for WWE during that period. Iron Sheik’s catchphrase, “Iran number one,” became a fan favorite and cemented his place in the wrestling world.

Throughout his career, Iron Sheik won a number of championships and accolades, including the WWF World Tag Team Championship, which he won with Nikolai Volkoff. He also received the prestigious WWE Hall of Fame honor in 2005.

Iron Sheik’s contributions to wrestling go beyond his time in the ring. After his retirement from the sport, he became a mentor to many up-and-coming wrestlers and remained a beloved figure to fans around the world. In recent years, he gained a new legion of followers on social media, where he was known for his outspoken, often hilarious tweets.

The passing of Iron Sheik is a loss for the wrestling community and beyond. He will be remembered as a trailblazing wrestler who brought a unique energy and passion to the sport, as well as a beloved figure who touched the hearts of fans around the world.