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   Robert James "Gino" Marella (June 4, 1937 – October 6, 1999), better known by his ring name of Gorilla Monsoon, was an American professional wrestler, play-by-play commentator, and booker. Monsoon is famous for his run as a villainous super-heavyweight main eventer, and later as the voice of the World Wrestling Federation (WWF), as ...

   • Birth name: Robert James Marella
   • Cause of death: Complications of diabetes

   • Born: June 4, 1937, Rochester, New York, U.S.
   • Died: October 6, 1999 (aged 62), Willingboro Township, New Jersey, U.S.

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     Gorilla Monsoon WWE Hall of Fame Induction Speech [1994]

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     Bobby "The Brain" Heenan pays tribute to Gorilla Monsoon. WCW Monday Nitro, OCT. 11, 1999.

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3. www.thesportster.com › wwe-tragic-death-legacy-ofThe Tragic Death & Legacy Of WWE Legend Gorilla Monsoon ...

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   Apr 18, 2023 · On October 6, 1999, he passed away due to suffering from heart failure. Monsoon was only 62 years old as he was suffering from diabetes. After over two decades after his death, Gorilla Monsoon's WWE legacy is still fondly remembered even in today's generation of professional wrestling.

4. www.wwe.com › superstars › gorillamonsoonGorilla Monsoon | WWE

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   Learn about Gorilla Monsoon, a former wrestler and a legendary commentator in WWE history. Find out his achievements, catchphrases, rivalries and legacy in the sports-entertainment industry.

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6. prowrestling.fandom.com › wiki › Gorilla_MonsoonGorilla Monsoon | Pro Wrestling | Fandom

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   Robert James "Gino" Marella (June 4, 1937 – October 6, 1999), better known by his ring name of Gorilla Monsoon, was an American professional wrestler, play-by-play announcer, and booker. He is famous for his run as one of the great super-heavyweights, and later as the voice of the World...

7. www.thesmackdownhotel.com › wrestlers › gorilla-monsoonGorilla Monsoon: Profile, Career Stats, Face/Heel Turns ...

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   Oct 6, 1999 · Learn about Gorilla Monsoon, a former wrestler and commentator in WWE and other promotions. Find his real name, career history, titles won, finishers, theme songs, and more.

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   How powerful was Gorilla Monsoon?

   • From the beginning, Monsoon had some power in the company as he was a 1/6 shareholder of WWE. Gorilla Monsoon's massive 400 pound-build helped him stand out as an intimidating grappler in the ring. Monsoon was not only brute-looking but had the athleticism to back up his presence.

   The Tragic Death & Legacy Of WWE Legend Gorilla Monsoon, Explained

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   Who was Gorilla Monsoon?

   • Gorilla Monsoon, one of the most famous athlete-entertainers ever to don tights and climb into the professional wrestling ring, died on Wednesday at his home in Willingboro, N.J. He was 62. He had long suffered from diabetes and heart ailments, said a close friend, Bill Apter, the editor in chief of WOW magazine.

   Gorilla Monsoon, 62, Villainous Pro Wrestler - The New York Times

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   Did you know Gorilla Monsoon was a wrestler?

   • RELATED: 10 Things You Didn't Know About Gorilla Monsoon's Wrestling Career Although Gorilla Monsoon retired from in-ring wrestling during the early 1980s, he later shined as a TV announcer for WWE.

   The Tragic Death & Legacy Of WWE Legend Gorilla Monsoon, Explained

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   What happened to Gorilla Monsoon?

   • Towards the tail end of Gorilla Monsoon's WWE run during the 1990s, his health was declining. Until late 1999, Gorilla Monsoon only made a few on-screen appearances in WWE, including being a guest judge for the Butterbean vs. Bart Gunn boxing match at WrestleMania 15. On October 6, 1999, he passed away due to suffering from heart failure.

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9. www.wikiwand.com › en › Gorilla_MonsoonGorilla Monsoon - Wikiwand

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   Oct 6, 1999 · Gorilla Monsoon. Monsoon is famous for his run as a villainous super-heavyweight main eventer, and later as the voice of the World Wrestling Federation (WWF), as commentator and backstage manager during the 1980s and 1990s. He also portrayed the on-screen role of WWF President from 1995 to 1997.

10. www.nytimes.com › 1999/10/08 › nyregionGorilla Monsoon, 62, Villainous Pro Wrestler - The New York Times

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    Oct 8, 1999 · Gorilla Monsoon, one of the most famous athlete-entertainers ever to don tights and climb into the professional wrestling ring, died on Wednesday at his home in Willingboro, N.J. He was 62. He...