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    Kenneth Wayne Patera (born November 6, 1942) is an American retired professional wrestler, Olympic weightlifter, and strongman competitor. [1] [3] Well known in the World Wrestling Federation from 1976 to 1981, 1984 to 1985 and 1987 to 1988 and American Wrestling Association.

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  2. Feb 15, 2023 · Ken Patera was the first American to clean and jerk over 500 lbs. He retired from weightlifting to become a professional wrestler in 1972. Tragedy at the 1972 Munich Olympics. Ken Patera was the special guest on the 100th episode of my podcast Dan and Benny In the Ring.

  3. Ken Patera (November 6, 1942) is a retired American professional wrestler. Finishing and signature moves Swinging Full Nelson Tag teams and stables Heenan Family The Olympians - with Brad...

  4. Jul 3, 2023 · In addition to being charismatic and clever, Ken Patera was tough as nails. And his unique ruggedness allowed him to endure not just the rigors of the ring but also his most unpredictable opponent, Mother Nature.

  5. Apr 15, 2015 · Ken Patera. Bio. By 1977 Ken Patera was known to the American public for his exploits in both professional wrestling and as an Olympic Weightlifter. He was the first American to clean and jerk over 500 pounds and was a 4 time US National Weightlifting Champion.

  6. Jul 27, 2023 · Ken Patera may be known for his wrestling career, but he also made a name for himself by becoming the first American to clean & jerk 500 lbs in competition.

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  8. Ken Patera. K P. In 1976, he challenged Bruno Sammartino for the WWWF Heavyweight Championship. This was a huge draw around the northeastern part of the United States and at Madison Square Garden, and was one of Sammartino's last great challengers before losing the title to Superstar Billy Graham, which ended his second, shorter WWF title reign.

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