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The Sheik (wrestler)
American professional wrestler (1926–2003)
Not to be confused with The Iron Sheik.
| The Sheik | |
|---|---|
Farhat, circa 1973 | |
| Birth name | Edward George Farhat |
| Born | (1926-06-07)June 7, 1926 Lansing, Michigan, U.S. |
| Died | January 18, 2003(2003-01-18) (aged 76) Williamston, Michigan, U.S. |
| Cause of death | Heart failure |
| Family | Sabu (nephew) |
| Ring name(s) | Eddie Farhat The Arabian Sheik The Original Sheik The Sheik The Sheik of Araby |
| Billed height | 5 ft 11 in (180 cm)[1] |
| Billed weight | 250 lb (113 kg)[1] |
| Billed from | "The Syrian Desert" |
| Debut | 1947 |
| Retired | May 5, 1995 (final match) December 11, 1998 (retirement ceremony) |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service / branch | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1944–1946 |
| Battles / wars | World War II |
Edward George Farhat (June 7, 1926 – January 18, 2003) was an American professional wrestler, better known by h Blood and Fire: The Unbelievable Real-Life Story of Wrestling ...
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