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Sherry Schrull (née Russell; February 8, 1958 – June 15, 2007) was an American professional wrestler and manager, better known by her ring names, Sherri Martel and Sensational Sherri. Martel began her professional wrestling career in the Mid South after training in Columbia, South Carolina.
Oct 5, 2020 · Sherri Martel was a pioneer in women's wrestling and a successful manager for Randy Savage, Shawn Michaels and others. She died in 2007 at age 49 from a drug overdose, overshadowed by the Chris Benoit tragedy.
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- WCW Initially Wanted Her To Manage Triple H. The WCW career of Sherri Martel saw her managing Harlem Heat, Ric Flair and a few other top acts. However, one future legend was almost paired with Martel.
- She Forced Sapphire To Shower After A Match. WWE hired Sapphire for the role of Dusty Rhodes’ partner when he joined the company with the odd polka dot themed gear.
- Left WWE After Refusing To Stop Using Marijuana. The rumors surrounding Sherri Martel’s WWE departure were confirmed by Bruce Prichard on his podcast.
- Wanted To Work In TNA After Appearance. TNA brought Sherri Martel in to film a segment when Bobby Roode was trying to find a new manager. Roode getting repackaged saw legendary managers like Martel and Bobby Heenan filming segments trying to become his next manager.
Apr 19, 2023 · Sherri Martel was a pioneer of women's wrestling who managed stars like Randy Savage and Shawn Michaels. She died in 2007 from a drug overdose after battling addiction and personal struggles.
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- AWA Women's Champion. Sherri rose to prominence as a performer by way of her first real national exposure in Verne Gagne's American Wrestling Association.
- WWE Women's Champion. Debuting in July 1987, Sherri wasted little time making a name for herself, as she defeated the Fabulous Moolah to win the WWE Women's Championship!
- The Sensational Queen Sherri. Arguably the greatest period of Sherri's career in WWE came as the second for "Macho Man" Randy Savage. Not only did she add an element of evil to Savage's character, helping to get him over as a heel after two years as a babyface, but she complemented his over-the-top nature to perfection.
- Sherri, Her Boy Toy and Departing WWE. The heel turn by Shawn Michaels late in 1991 not only shocked fans of The Rockers but also set in motion plans to elevate the young Texan to Superstardom.
Feb 24, 2023 · Learn about the life and career of Sherri Martel, one of the greatest female wrestlers, managers, and personalities ever. Read her candid interview about the road, Japan, and working with legends in the WWF.
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Learn about the life and career of "Sensational" Sherri Martel, a pioneer of women's wrestling and a skilled manager in WWE and WCW. See her achievements, signature moves, rivalries and clients, from Randy Savage to Shawn Michaels.
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