New footage of wrestling legend Andre the Giant appearing on a late-night talk show has surfaced online.
In a recent post on social media, Chris Owens, a producer who worked on a documentary for the legdn in 2018, as well as a fan who collects his memorabilia, shared some of the video. The clip comes from Andre’s time while on The Tonight Show in 1974. In the clip, the legend talks to guest host Joey Bishop.
Check out the video clip below:
Andre the Giant began his wrestling career in 1966. During the height of his career, the star became the biggest face in the sport. Known for his massive 7’4″, 520 lb frame, Roussimoff’s popularity peaked during his infamous feud with Hulk Hogan. This included a match where the two headlined WrestleMania III in 1987.
In 1993, Roussimoff passed away due to congestive heart failure and an apparent heart attack in his sleep, at the age of 46. His legacy has persevered in wrestling, with WWE honoring him in many ways. The most notable is the Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal, which is hosted annually during WrestleMania weekend.
